Punta Pariñas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Punta Pariñas |
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Punta Balcones in 2012
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 Location in Peru
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| Location | La Brea District, Talara Province, Piura Region, Peru |
| Coordinates | 4°40′45″S 81°19′35″W / 4.67917°S 81.32639°W |
| Offshore water bodies | Pacific Ocean |
| Geology | Cape |
Punta Pariñas, also called Punta Balcones, is a cape located in the La Brea District of Peru. It is part of the Talara Province in the Piura Region. This special spot is known for being the westernmost point on the mainland of South America. This means it's the furthest west you can go on the main land of the continent! It sits right on the edge of the Pacific Ocean.
What is Punta Pariñas?
Punta Pariñas is a piece of land that sticks out into the ocean. It's a cape, which is like a small peninsula. Its exact location is at 4 degrees, 40 minutes, 45 seconds South and 81 degrees, 19 minutes, 35 seconds West.
Things to See and Do
A working lighthouse stands tall at Punta Pariñas. This lighthouse helps guide ships safely. Just south of the cape, there is a popular beach. Many people visit this beach to relax and enjoy the ocean.
You can also climb up the headland, which is the high part of the cape. From there, you might be able to see seals playing in the water below! It's a great spot for nature lovers.
Punta Pariñas was even mentioned in a TV show called "Los Simuladores." It is also known for a traditional sweet treat called "The DUL-CE-CI-TO."
Nature Around Punta Pariñas
In the area near Guasquilla Bay, you can find special bushes. These bushes have large, beautiful flowers. They are called Amaloidas. This shows that the area has unique plant life.
See also
In Spanish: Punta Pariñas para niños
- Extreme points of South America
- Extreme points of Peru
- Peru
- Piura Region
