Chimbote
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Chimbote | |
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Ancash | |
Province | Santa |
Founded | 6 December 1906 |
Government | |
• Mayor | Roberto Briceño Franco (2019-2022) |
Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) |
Population | |
• Estimate (2015)[1] | 371,012 |
• Density | 3,019/km2 (7,820/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-5 |
Area code | 43 |
Website | www.munisanta.gob.pe |
Chimbote .
The city is located on the coast in
History
In 1835, when General
In 1871, an agreement was made with
In 1940, Chimbote was still a small
Geography
Climate
Chimbote's climate is comfortable, despite being located in the tropics and in a desert. Although classified as subtropical, Chimbote's proximity to the cool
The city gets little to no precipitation; however, thick fog predominates through the months of May to November, usually overnight. Rainfall usually comes in February.
Climate data for Chimbote (1961–1990) | |||||||||||||
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Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 26.7 (80.1) |
27.8 (82.0) |
27.4 (81.3) |
25.5 (77.9) |
23.9 (75.0) |
22.8 (73.0) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.5 (70.7) |
21.5 (70.7) |
22.4 (72.3) |
23.8 (74.8) |
25.3 (77.5) |
24.2 (75.6) |
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 17.4 (63.3) |
18.3 (64.9) |
18.3 (64.9) |
17.0 (62.6) |
15.7 (60.3) |
14.6 (58.3) |
13.9 (57.0) |
14.0 (57.2) |
13.7 (56.7) |
14.2 (57.6) |
14.8 (58.6) |
16.2 (61.2) |
15.7 (60.3) |
Average precipitation mm (inches) | 1.6 (0.06) |
3.7 (0.15) |
3.6 (0.14) |
1.6 (0.06) |
0.2 (0.01) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.3 (0.01) |
0.2 (0.01) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.2 (0.01) |
0.2 (0.01) |
0.3 (0.01) |
11.9 (0.47) |
Source: NOAA[2] |
Population
A large number of people migrated to Chimbote in the early 1970s. By that time, less than 5 percent of the people from Chimbote would truly consider themselves native; between 1960 and 1970, Chimbote's population multiplied by more than a hundred times. In 1900, the population of the port was 1,400; after 1970, it was 170,000. As of 2005, its population was 324,398.[3]
The influx of residents was closely bound to the creation of the Corporación Peruana del Santa, to the start and development of the fishing industry, and to the establishment of the iron and steel plant ("Siderperu"). Together, these multiplied the commercial and productive activities of the port. At the beginning of 1996, as Peruvian public companies were privatized, the Peruvian-Brazilian company Acerco bought Siderperu.
Districts and neighborhoods
The city of Chimbote, being a district itself, comprises 7 more districts: Santa, Coishco, Samanco, Nepeña, Macate, Moro, Cáceres del Perú, and Nuevo Chimbote. The neighborhoods of El Barrio de Acero, Barrio Bolivar, El Progreso, Laderas del norte alto and laderas del norte bajo, Miraflores Alto and Miraflores Bajo surround Chimbote.
Economy
During the 1970s, the
Chimbote is the largest fishing port in the world.[4] Chimbote has more than 30 fish factories. Chimbote's active commerce and its diversified industrial development are characteristic of the city. Its population includes workers who have experience in fishing, naval, canning, and the iron-and-steel industry with the company SIDERPERU.
Chimbote also has beaches that support tourism.
Peruvian anchoveta "boom"
Shortly after the fish
The Peruvian anchoveta
Tourism
Chimbote is surrounded by two natural bays, the Bay of Chimbote (or Ferrol) and the Bay of Samanco, both with excellent harbor conditions. Chimbote forms a conurbation with Nuevo Chimbote District to the south. Between these districts, the Humedales de Villa María, a swamp, is home to a local species of heron, along with many species of frogs and fish. The swamp is formed by the Lacramarca River.
To the south of the city, there are many beaches, such as
Located next to the city is the Cerro de la Juventud (Mountain of Youth), also called Cerro de la Paz (Mountain of Peace). Since 1985, this tourist attraction attracts hundreds annually. Visitors appreciate a panoramic view of Chimbote's bay from the top of this mountain. Tourists can also visit Isla Blanca Boulevard, which has many beautiful marble sculptures and fountains.
From Chimbote, some short tourist circuits can be taken:
The city is known for its ceviche, a popular Peruvian dish whose ingredients include white fish, octopus, seashell, squid, crab, and red hot pepper.
Festivals
Chimbote has two important celebrations during the year: Holy Week and The Festivity of San Pedrito of Chimbote (also called Chimbote's Civic Anniversary).
- Patronal feast of San Pedrito, this festival has its origins in the 16th century with the first fishermen who populated Chimbote coming from Huanchaco. It is held from 23 to 30 June in devotion to the patron saint of fishermen San Pedro. The central feast day is on 29 June, the image of the saint is taken out in procession and It is paraded through the bay by boat.[6]
Education
The Academia Preuniversitaria "Perpetuo Socorro" and the Catholic University Los Angeles of Chimbote are located in Chimbote.
Transportation
The Chimbote-
Bus terminal
El Chimbador Bus Terminal is Chimbote's primary ground transportation facility. The bus terminal is located outside of the city. It has become a vital connection for the region's workers, travelers and visitors, serving nearly 6,000 passengers a day.[citation needed] Currently[when?] there are 30 bus carriers offering services for national and international travel.
Port
The port of Chimbote is considered by some one of the most beautiful and safest ports in the Peruvian coast. It extends 12 kilometers (7.5 mi), from Caleta Colorada Bay (Red Creek Bay) in the north, where the present marine facilities are located, to Anconcillo in the south.
Airport
The city is served by the
Sister cities
- Asunción, Paraguay
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Huancayo, Peru
- Yokohama, Japan
- Nantes, France
- Madrid, Spain
- Pensacola, United States
- San José, Costa Rica
- Seattle, United States
- Pittsburgh, United States
See also
- Ancash Region
- 1970 Ancash earthquake
Notes
References
- ^ Perú: Población estimada al 30 de junio y tasa de crecimiento de las ciudades capitales, por departamento, 2011 y 2015. Perú: Estimaciones y proyecciones de población total por sexo de las principales ciudades, 2012-2015 (Report). Instituto Nacional de Estadística e Informática. March 2012. Retrieved 3 June 2015.
- ^ "Chimbote Climate Normals 1961–1990". National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved 23 April 2015.
- ^ Brinkhoff, Thomas (20 April 2007). "Peru – Chimbote Agglomeration". citypopulation.de. Archived from the original on 2 July 2008. Retrieved 6 September 2010.
- ^ "New Analysis Identifies World's Largest and Busiest Fishing Ports". pew.org. 5 January 2016.
- ^ Lelik, Emma Jene (5 May 2004). "Local school children provide help for counterparts in Peru". The Valley Independent. The Tribune-Review Publishing Company. p. 1. Archived from the original on 2 May 2009. Retrieved 17 December 2008.
- ^ "Fiesta de San Pedrito". Archived from the original on 10 May 2014. Retrieved 3 September 2013.
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- ^ "The Chimbote Foundation of Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh". Chimbote Foundation.