Pacasmayo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pacasmayo
Pacasmayo pier seen from shore
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Pacasmayo Location in Peru
Country	Peru
Region	La Libertad Region
Province	Pacasmayo
Established	23 November 1864
Area
• Total	30.84 km2 (11.91 sq mi)
Elevation	43 m (141 ft)
Population  (2017)
• Total	28,959
• Estimate  (2015)	27,514
• Density	939.01/km2 (2,432.0/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Pacasmayino/a
Time zone	UTC-5 (PET)
Website	Official Website: http://www.munipacasmayo.gob.pe/

Pacasmayo is a lively city in northern Peru. It is located in the La Libertad Region, within the Pacasmayo area. This coastal city is about 108 kilometers (67 miles) north of Trujillo.

Getting Around Pacasmayo

Pacasmayo is well-connected, making it easy to travel to and from the city.

Road Travel

• The Panamerican Highway runs through Pacasmayo. This important road connects the city to other places both north and south in Peru.

Sea Travel

• The Pacasmayo Port is a historic and important place. It allows ships to connect Pacasmayo to the rest of the world by sea.

Fun Things to Do in Pacasmayo

Pacasmayo offers exciting activities, especially for those who love the ocean.

Pacasmayo Beach

• Pacasmayo beach is very popular with surfers. People come from all over to ride its famous waves.
• You can also try other water sports like windsurfing, kitesurfing, and paddle-boarding.

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  A view of Pacasmayo

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  Looking out over Pacasmayo

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  Pacasmayo Beach

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  The Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe

A Look at Pacasmayo's History

Pacasmayo has a long and interesting past, going back thousands of years.

Early Settlers

• People have lived in the Pacasmayo area for over 10,000 years.
• They found food from the sea at beaches like "El Lorito" and "La Peña Larga."
• The nearby Jequetepeque River area also provided food and resources.
• Early groups chose Pacasmayo as a home because of its rich natural resources. The name "Pacasca Mayo" comes from the Quechuan language.

Spanish Arrival and Growth

• In 1775, the Spanish arrived and officially founded Pacasmayo. This was ordered by Virrey Teodoro de Croix.
• The city quickly became an important port for the Spanish.
• In 1871, construction began on the Pacasmayo dock (also called "muelle de Pacasmayo").
• A train line, the Pacasmayo-Chilete railway, was also built. These projects made Pacasmayo a very important coastal port in Peru.

The Golden Age and Beyond

• The time when the dock and railway were busy was known as Pacasmayo's "golden age." This lasted until 1967.
• After 1967, the railway stopped running, and trade slowed down.
• Today, the old dock and railway station are historic sites. They remind people of the city's busy past.

Modern Economy

• In 1959, a company called “Cementos Pacasmayo SA” (Pacasmayo Concrete Inc.) started.
• This company became very important to the city's economy.
• It helped other businesses grow, like transport companies, banks, and shops.

A Surfing Hotspot

• Since the late 1900s, the "El Faro" (The Lighthouse) area has become famous.
• It is known for having one of the "largest, most navigable waves in the world."
• This has made Pacasmayo a top spot for water sports fans. Many visitors come from around the world to enjoy these amazing waves.

See also

In Spanish: Pacasmayo para niños