Fun facts about Chimbote
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Chimbote is the largest fishing port in the world.
Chimbote
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.
From the “Economy” section
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The first official mention of Chimbote appeared in a document from 1774.
Chimbote
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.
From the “History” section
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Chimbote's climate is classified as a desert climate despite being located in the tropics.
Chimbote
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.
From the “Geography” section
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The city is known for its ceviche, a popular Peruvian dish made with various seafood.
Chimbote
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.
From the “Culture” section
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Chimbote has five universities, including the National University of Santa.
Chimbote
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.
From the “Education” section
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