Chincha Alta
Peru · IcaPE
Town in Ica, Peru
Chincha Alta, also known as simply Chincha, is a city located in the Ica Region of Peru. A major port at the mouth of the Chincha River, it is the capital of Chincha Province. The city has a population of about 233,000, making it the 17th largest city in Peru.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 56,085
- Coordinates
- -13.410, -76.132
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 97 m
Overview of Chincha Alta
Travellers heading to Ica, Peru will find Chincha Alta, a mid-sized city. About 56,085 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on nature. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Chincha Alta
Nature in Chincha Alta
(1)Chincha Alta's nature entries include Desert. All of it is drawn from Chincha Alta's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Reach Chincha Alta by regional transport from the nearest hub in Ica; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: America/Lima.
Similar destinations
Places near Chincha Alta that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chincha Alta known for?
- Chincha Alta, in Ica, Peru, is best known for nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 56,085 residents.
- What can you do in Chincha Alta?
- Recorded activities in Chincha Alta include Desert. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Chincha Alta located?
- Chincha Alta is located in Ica, Peru. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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