Pucusana District

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Pucusana
Pucusana Bay
Pucusana Bay
Location of Pucusana in the Lima province
Location of Pucusana in the Lima province
Coordinates: 12°25′S 76°47′W / 12.417°S 76.783°W / -12.417; -76.783
Country Peru
RegionLima
ProvinceLima
FoundedJanuary 22, 1943
CapitalPucusana
Subdivisions4 populated centers
Government
 • MayorJuan Cuya
(2023-2026)
Area
 • Total37.83 km2 (14.61 sq mi)
Elevation
15 m (49 ft)
Population
 (2023)[1]
 • Total17,885
Time zoneUTC-5 (PET)
UBIGEO150124
Websitemunipucusana.gob.pe

Pucusana is a district in southern Lima Province in Peru. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west, the district of Santa María del Mar on the north, the Chilca District of the Cañete Province on the east, and the Pacific Ocean on the south. It is well known for its beaches and attracts many beachgoers every summer. Many of them also rent apartments during this season, making its population increase considerably. The district has some restaurants and a club with a large seawater swimming pool. The most popular beaches in the district are Naplo and La Tiza.

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References

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  1. ^ "Estadística Poblacional - Ministerio de Salud del Perú".
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