Chimbote
Peru · AncashPE
Place in Ancash, Peru
Chimbote ; Quechua: Chimputi) is a city in northwestern Peru. It is the largest city in the Ancash Region and the tenth most populous in Peru. With a population of 425,367 in 2017, it is the capital of both Santa Province and Chimbote District. The city has an altitude of 4 meters.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 291,408
- Coordinates
- -9.085, -78.578
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 52 m
Overview of Chimbote
Chimbote — a sizeable city in Ancash, Peru — is worth a place on your map. About 291,408 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: culture, adventure and nature. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Chimbote
Culture in Chimbote
(2)Looking for culture? Chimbote has Historical Sites and Mines. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chimbote.
Adventure in Chimbote
(1)For adventure, expect Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Chimbote.
Nature in Chimbote
(1)The nature shortlist for Chimbote: Countryside. It is a direct read of Chimbote's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Sports in Chimbote
(1)On the sports side, Chimbote offers Hunting. It is a direct read of Chimbote's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Chimbote
(1)On the wellness side, Chimbote offers Farms. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Chimbote. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Chimbote
Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Big-city infrastructure means Chimbote is both easy to reach and easy to navigate. Set your clock to America/Lima on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Chimbote that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chimbote known for?
- Travellers associate Chimbote with culture, adventure and nature. It sits in Ancash, Peru and counts about 291,408 residents.
- What can you do in Chimbote?
- Chimbote is tagged with Historical Sites, Mines, Shooting Ranges, Countryside and Hunting, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Chimbote?
- Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Chimbote located?
- Chimbote belongs to Ancash, Peru, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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