Lurigancho-Chosica, Administrative district in Lima Province, Peru
Lurigancho-Chosica extends across 236 square kilometers in the Rimac River valley, featuring urban areas and mountain zones at 850 meters elevation.
The district was established on January 2, 1857, with the town of Lurigancho as its capital until 1967 when Lurigancho separated to form its own entity.
The district includes the Jicamarca Radio Observatory, which conducts scientific research and contributes to radio astronomy knowledge in South America.
The district maintains connections with neighboring areas through borders with Ate District, El Agustino District, San Juan de Lurigancho, and several other administrative regions.
Cajamarquilla, located within the district, operates one of Peru's main zinc refineries, contributing to the country's industrial production and economic development.
Location: Lima province
Capital city: Chosica
Elevation above the sea: 850 m
Shares border with: Ate District, El Agustino District, San Juan de Lurigancho, San Antonio de Chaclla district, Santa Eulalia District, Ricardo Palma District, Antioquia District, Chaclacayo District
Website: http://munichosica.gob.pe
GPS coordinates: -11.93679,-76.69644
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23
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