Ate District

Ate District is an administrative division in Lima Province that stretches along the Rimac River and combines residential neighborhoods with commercial areas. The terrain shows this mix of different urban zones, and the river forms a natural boundary that runs through the landscape.

The district was founded in 1821 and was among the first created following Peru's declaration of independence. Its establishment helped reshape Lima during this crucial period in the nation's history.

The district encompasses various neighborhoods that reflect Lima's diverse residential culture and daily rhythms. Visitors notice the mix of established communities and commercial zones that shape how people live and work here.

The district is accessible from central Lima through multiple transportation routes, making it easy for visitors to get there. Temperatures remain mild throughout the year, so it is visitable in any season.

The Puruchuco site within this district preserves structures from the second century, showing how people lived in this region before Columbus arrived. The archaeological remains offer glimpses into the building techniques and ways of life from that era.

Location: Lima province

Capital city: Vitarte

Elevation above the sea: 355 m

Shares border with: El Agustino District, Lurigancho-Chosica, Chaclacayo District, Cieneguilla District, La Molina, Santiago de Surco, San Borja, San Luis, Santa Anita

Website: http://muniate.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -12.02778,-76.91667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:02