Trujillo is a city in northwestern Peru. It is located in the lower part of the Moche River, near its mouth at the Pacific Ocean. Trujillo is the capital of La Libertad Region. Trujillo was the first major city of Peru declared its independence from Spain on December 20, 1820.
Trujillo is located in the fertile valley of Santa Catalina in an oasis surrounded by the river Moche. The city of Trujillo has many beautiful houses and baroque churches of the Spanish era. A city of balconies and iron, it is pleasant and welcoming.
In the old days, the Chimus, Mochica and inhabited the region. The left Chimus the best pieces of pre-Inca architecture (the city of Chan Chan). It is considered the largest brick building in America. On the outskirts of the city, there are several large cities such as Chan Chan. This is El Brujo, Huaca del Dragon and the Huaca del Sol y la Luna. These buildings are very old pre-Columbian constructions.
During times of the Republic, the town was developed through agriculture, and large farms producing sugar cane and cotton have emerged.
However, Trujillo is not only the monuments and ranches, but also a vibrant city, known as the home of Marinera, the most elegant dance in the country and the symbol of his people. The Peruvian Stepping Horse (Caballo de Paso Peruano) is another symbol of Trujillo.
If you visit the city, must also go to the beach, famous for the old horses Totora and have the best waves for surfing. Trujillo has many attractions is the place to visit on the coast of Peru.
Location:
North Coast, 111.5 feet (34 meters) above sea level.
Distances:
182.7 miles (294 km) from Cajamarca.
128 miles (206 km) from Lima.
346 miles (557 km) from Lima.
Population:
Approximately 652,000 inhabitants