Veintiséis de Octubre District

Veintiséis de Octubre is an administrative district in Piura Province in northern Peru. The territory combines residential neighborhoods with busy commercial areas where shops, markets, and services cluster around main streets.

The area became an independent district in 2013 through a presidential decree. This administrative division was created to better serve the growing local population and organize municipal services.

The district's cultural identity centers on cumbia sanjuanera music, which echoes through local gatherings and celebrations. This regional sound shapes how people come together and marks the rhythm of community life.

The district is best explored on foot or by local bus, as the main avenue connects different neighborhoods and commercial zones. The administration office is centrally located, making it accessible for anyone needing municipal services.

The district hosts major wholesale markets for seafood and agricultural products that drive the regional economy. These bustling trading centers reveal how deeply agriculture and fishing are woven into local life.

Location: Piura Province

Capital city: Centro Urbano San Martín

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Shares border with: Piura district, Catacaos, Miguel Checa District

GPS coordinates: -5.18198,-80.66877

Latest update: December 22, 2025 13:13