Chiclayo district

Chiclayo district is an administrative division in northern Peru that spans multiple urban neighborhoods with both historic and modern sections. The area features residential zones mixed with commercial districts, connected by a network of main streets and secondary roads.

The area was long important to the Moche people, who left behind settlements and craftsmanship evidence in this region. In the 1800s it became formally organized as an administrative district and grew into a regional center.

The district is known for its craft traditions and local markets where residents and visitors shop for everyday items and regional goods. These markets shape the streetscape and reveal how people conduct daily commerce and interact in public spaces.

Visitors can explore main streets on foot and find various shops, restaurants, and local services scattered throughout the area. It helps to have a map or navigation tool to find your way easily between the different neighborhoods.

The district contains several distinct urban sections linked together by a network of commercial streets and residential avenues. This layout developed over time and creates a mosaic of different neighborhoods, each with its own local character.

Location: Chiclayo province

Capital city: Chiclayo

Elevation above the sea: 29 m

Shares border with: Pomalca District, Monsefú, La Victoria, Pimentel, José Leonardo Ortíz District

Website: http://munichiclayo.gob.pe

GPS coordinates: -6.77184,-79.83926

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20