Camaná facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Camaná
Villa Hermosa de Camaná
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Town
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Main plaza of Camaná
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 Camaná
Location in Peru
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| Country |  Peru |
| Region | Arequipa |
| Province | Camaná |
| District | Camaná |
| Founded | 9 November 1539 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Population
(2005)
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| • Total | 13,304 |
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39,026 |
| Demonym(s) | Camanejo(a) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (PET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (UTC) |
| Website | www.municamana.gob.pe |
Camaná is an important city in Peru. It is the main city of the province that shares its name. Camaná is located in the Arequipa area of Peru.
In 2015, about 39,026 people lived there. The city is about 180 kilometers (112 miles) away from Arequipa. You can travel there by car in about three hours using the Pan-American Highway.
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History of Camaná
Camaná has a very interesting past. It was an important place for the Spanish when they first arrived in Peru.
Founding of Villa Hermosa
In 1539, the Spanish founded a settlement here. They called it "Villa Hermosa," which means "Beautiful Town." This happened on November 9, 1539.
Camaná's Role in Arequipa's Beginnings
Just one year later, in 1540, the Spanish moved to the valley of Arequipa. Camaná was like the first home or "crib" for the city of Arequipa. This shows how important Camaná was in the early days of Spanish settlement in the region. It was a rich and large valley, perfect for a new town.
See also
You can find more information about Camaná for kids in Spanish here: Camaná para niños
