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{{Short description|District in Lima, Peru}}
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| native_name = Distrito de Barranco ([[Spanish language|Spanish]])
| name = Barranco
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| leader_name = Jessica Vargas<br><small>(2019-2022)</small>
| leader_name = Jessica Vargas<br><small>(2023-2026)</small>
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'''Barranco''', founded in 1874 as '''San José de Surco''',<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.leyes.congreso.gob.pe/Documentos/2016_2021/Mociones_de_Orden_del_Dia/Saludo/MC0081420161027.pdf |title=Moción de saludo |date=2016-10-27 |website=[[Congress of Peru|Congreso de la República]] |last=Aramayo Gaona |first=Alejandra}}</ref> is one of 43 districts in [[Lima]], [[Peru]]. Its current mayor is Jessica Vargas.
'''Ravine''' is one of 43 districts in [[Lima]], [[Peru]]. Its current mayor is José Juan Rodríguez Cárdenas.


The district is considered to be the city's most [[romantic love|romantic]] and [[Bohemianism|bohemian]], being the home and working place of many of Peru's leading artists, musicians, designers and photographers. In the 19th century, it was a very fashionable beach resort for the Limeño aristocracy, and many people used to spend the summer here and in neighboring [[Chorrillos District|Chorrillos]]. Today, Barranco's beaches are among the most popular within the worldwide surfing community, and a marina completed in 2008 provides state-of-the-art services for its yacht club.
The district is considered to be the city's most [[romantic love|romantic]] and [[Bohemianism|bohemian]], being the home and working place of many of Peru's leading artists, musicians, designers and photographers. In the 19th century, it was a very fashionable beach resort for the Limeño aristocracy, and many people used to spend the summer here and in neighboring [[Chorrillos District|Chorrillos]]. Today, Barranco's beaches are among the most popular within the worldwide surfing community, and a marina completed in 2008 provides state-of-the-art services for its yacht club.
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==History==
==History==
The District of Barranco was formed from [[Chorrillos District]] on 26 October 1874, with the [[Hermitage of Barranco]] chosen as its capital. The hermitage's location is traditionally considered the origin of the district, with an 18th-century legend claiming that two Indian fishermen who had become [[Castaway|lost at sea]] managed to find their way to the shore through a light cast by a cross located on the site.<ref name=MuniBarranco>{{Cite web |url=https://munibarranco.gob.pe/historia-de-barranco/ |title=Historia de Barranco |website=Municipalidad de Barranco}}</ref>
The District of Barranco was formed from Chorillos District on 26 October 1874.


During the 2010s and 2020s, many high rises and other projects began to be built in Barranco as a result of [[Urban renewal]].
During the 2010s and 2020s, many high rises and other projects began to be built in Barranco as a result of [[Urban renewal]].
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==Tourism==
==Tourism==
===Bajada de los Baños===
===Bajada de los Baños===
The Bajada de los Baños is a walkway which lead from Barranco's municipal park and central business district to the Costa Verde Avenue and the beaches. The walkway was built on a ravine. There is a [[shanty town]] built within the ravine.
The Bajada de los Baños is a walkway which lead from Barranco's municipal park and central business district to the [[Costa Verde (Peru)|Costa Verde Avenue]] and the beaches. The walkway was built on a ravine. There is a [[shanty town]] built within the ravine.

The bottom of the walkway leads to a viewpoint known as the ''Mirador Catalina Recavarren'', built in late 1898 under the administration of Mayor Pedro Allemant Centeno (1896–1899).<ref name=Barranco2016/>


===Bridge of Sighs===
===Bridge of Sighs===
{{main|Bridge of Sighs (Lima)}}
The ''Puente de los Suspiros'' (translated to Bridge of Sighs) is a bridge built over the Bajada de los Baños. It was inaugurated on 14 February 1876. On the far side of the bridge is a park with a statue of native singer and composer, [[Chabuca Granda]]. There is also a church on the north end of the bridge, ''Iglesia la Ermita''. It was built during the 19th century, and its roof has collapsed partially due to renovation issues.
The ''Puente de los Suspiros'' (translated to Bridge of Sighs) is a bridge built over the Bajada de los Baños. It was inaugurated on 14 February 1876. On the far side of the bridge is a park with a statue of native singer and composer, [[Chabuca Granda]]. There is also a church on the north end of the bridge, ''Iglesia la Ermita''. It was built during the 19th century, and its roof has collapsed partially due to renovation issues.


===Municipal Park===
===Municipal Park===
Barranco's Municipal Park, also known as the [[Plaza de Armas]], is located in central Barranco, where its municipal headquarters, municipal library, and a church are all located. The park has fountains and restaurants.
Barranco's Municipal Park, also known as the [[Plaza de Armas]], is located in central Barranco, where its municipal headquarters, municipal library, and a church are all located. The park has fountains and restaurants. The park was inaugurated in 1898, during the mayoralty of Pedro Solari (1885–1899).

The park's library, known as Manuel Beingolea Library ({{langx|es|Biblioteca Manuel Beingolea}}), was inaugurated on October 1, 1922, under the mayoralty of Enrique de las Casas and during the presidency of [[Augusto B. Leguía]]. It was initially inaugurated on the left part of its current premises, moving to [[Luis Gálvez Chipoco Stadium|Fraternity Park]] in 1958 and moving to its current building in 1966, forming part of the [[cultural heritage of Peru]].<ref name=Barranco2016>{{Cite book |title=Plan Distrital de Seguridad Ciudadana del Distrito de Barranco |publisher=Municipalidad de Barranco |year=2016 |pages=11–17 |language=es |url=https://cdn.www.gob.pe/uploads/document/file/3008593/Ordenanza_447-2016-MDB.pdf.pdf}}</ref>

The park's church, Santísima Cruz, was built to replace the [[Hermitage of Barranco]], damaged during the [[1940 Lima earthquake]]. It was consecrated by [[Juan Landázuri Ricketts]] on June 1, 1963, during a ceremony attended by Pedro and Angélica de Osma Gildemeister, who served as its godparents.<ref name=Barranco2016/>


===Barranco Beach===
===Barranco Beach===
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===Contemporary Art Museum===
===Contemporary Art Museum===
Barranco is home to a [[Art museum]] located in the north.
Barranco is home to an [[art museum]] located in the north.


===Pedro de Osma Museum===
===Pedro de Osma Museum===
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===Saenz Peña Avenue===
===Saenz Peña Avenue===
Saenz Peña Avenue is an avenue near the north of the district. It is flanked by an [[Median strip|alameda]] and park. Saenz Peña is home to 19th century architecture and an [[Obelisk]].
Saenz Peña Avenue is an avenue near the north of the district. It is flanked by an [[Median strip|alameda]] and park. Saenz Peña is home to 19th century architecture and an [[Obelisk]] as well as a sculpture of famous cartoon heroine [[Mafalda]] overlooking part of the district's [[Malecón (disambiguation)|Malecón]].


==Architecture==
==Architecture==
Barranco has many houses in the colonial and Republican style (called "casonas"), flower-filled parks and streets, and appealing beachfront areas. In the north are near [[Miraflores District, Lima|Miraflores]] and [[Santiago de Surco]], there are many flats and high-rises as a result of Urban renewal. Throughout Miguel Grau Avenue, 19th century houses, casonas, and other buildings line the streets.
Barranco has many houses in the colonial and Republican style (called "casonas"), flower-filled parks and streets, and appealing beachfront areas. In the north are near [[Miraflores District, Lima|Miraflores]] and [[Santiago de Surco]], there are many flats and high-rises as a result of Urban renewal. Throughout Miguel Grau Avenue, 19th century houses, casonas, and other buildings line the streets.

==Notable people==
The pioneer film maker [[Maria Isabel Sanchez-Concha]] was born here in 1899.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Maria Isabel Sánchez Concha Aramburú – Women Film Pioneers Project |url=https://wfpp.columbia.edu/pioneer/ccp-maria-isabel-sanchez-concha-aramburu/ |access-date=2024-08-08 |website=wfpp.columbia.edu}}</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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==External links==
==External links==
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Latest revision as of 00:10, 18 December 2024

Barranco
District
Flag of Barranco
Flag
Coat of arms of Barranco
Coat of arms
Location of Barranco in the Lima province
Location of Barranco in the Lima province
Country Peru
ProvinceLima
Founded26 October 1874
Government
 • MayorJessica Vargas
(2023-2026)
Area
 • Total
3.33 km2 (1.29 sq mi)
Population
 (2023)[1]
 • Total
37,525
Time zoneUTC-5 (PET)
UBIGEO150104
Websitemunibarranco.gob.pe

Barranco, founded in 1874 as San José de Surco,[2] is one of 43 districts in Lima, Peru. Its current mayor is Jessica Vargas.

The district is considered to be the city's most romantic and bohemian, being the home and working place of many of Peru's leading artists, musicians, designers and photographers. In the 19th century, it was a very fashionable beach resort for the Limeño aristocracy, and many people used to spend the summer here and in neighboring Chorrillos. Today, Barranco's beaches are among the most popular within the worldwide surfing community, and a marina completed in 2008 provides state-of-the-art services for its yacht club.

Etymology

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The name Barranco is Spanish for ravine. Barranco has two ravines; one in the north where Armendariz Avenue is situated between Miraflores District and Barranco, and one near the central part, the Bajada de los Baños.

History

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The District of Barranco was formed from Chorrillos District on 26 October 1874, with the Hermitage of Barranco chosen as its capital. The hermitage's location is traditionally considered the origin of the district, with an 18th-century legend claiming that two Indian fishermen who had become lost at sea managed to find their way to the shore through a light cast by a cross located on the site.[3]

During the 2010s and 2020s, many high rises and other projects began to be built in Barranco as a result of Urban renewal.

Climate

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The cliffs of Chorrillos shield Barranco from colder and more humid winds coming from the South. As a result, Barranco has a micro-climate that is warmer and drier than many of the other districts of Lima, which are generally more humid, especially between May and October.

Tourism

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Bajada de los Baños

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The Bajada de los Baños is a walkway which lead from Barranco's municipal park and central business district to the Costa Verde Avenue and the beaches. The walkway was built on a ravine. There is a shanty town built within the ravine.

The bottom of the walkway leads to a viewpoint known as the Mirador Catalina Recavarren, built in late 1898 under the administration of Mayor Pedro Allemant Centeno (1896–1899).[4]

Bridge of Sighs

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Main article: Bridge of Sighs (Lima)

The Puente de los Suspiros (translated to Bridge of Sighs) is a bridge built over the Bajada de los Baños. It was inaugurated on 14 February 1876. On the far side of the bridge is a park with a statue of native singer and composer, Chabuca Granda. There is also a church on the north end of the bridge, Iglesia la Ermita. It was built during the 19th century, and its roof has collapsed partially due to renovation issues.

Municipal Park

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Barranco's Municipal Park, also known as the Plaza de Armas, is located in central Barranco, where its municipal headquarters, municipal library, and a church are all located. The park has fountains and restaurants. The park was inaugurated in 1898, during the mayoralty of Pedro Solari (1885–1899).

The park's library, known as Manuel Beingolea Library (Spanish: Biblioteca Manuel Beingolea), was inaugurated on October 1, 1922, under the mayoralty of Enrique de las Casas and during the presidency of Augusto B. Leguía. It was initially inaugurated on the left part of its current premises, moving to Fraternity Park in 1958 and moving to its current building in 1966, forming part of the cultural heritage of Peru.[4]

The park's church, Santísima Cruz, was built to replace the Hermitage of Barranco, damaged during the 1940 Lima earthquake. It was consecrated by Juan Landázuri Ricketts on June 1, 1963, during a ceremony attended by Pedro and Angélica de Osma Gildemeister, who served as its godparents.[4]

Barranco Beach

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Barranco's beach is famous during the Summer months, when people bathe in its waters. The beach opened a marina for yachts and other boats and ships in 2008.

Contemporary Art Museum

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Barranco is home to an art museum located in the north.

Pedro de Osma Museum

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The Pedro de Osma museum is a museum located in Pedro de Osma avenue in the south.

Saenz Peña Avenue

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Saenz Peña Avenue is an avenue near the north of the district. It is flanked by an alameda and park. Saenz Peña is home to 19th century architecture and an Obelisk as well as a sculpture of famous cartoon heroine Mafalda overlooking part of the district's Malecón.

Architecture

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Barranco has many houses in the colonial and Republican style (called "casonas"), flower-filled parks and streets, and appealing beachfront areas. In the north are near Miraflores and Santiago de Surco, there are many flats and high-rises as a result of Urban renewal. Throughout Miguel Grau Avenue, 19th century houses, casonas, and other buildings line the streets.

Notable people

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The pioneer film maker Maria Isabel Sanchez-Concha was born here in 1899.[5]

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  • Barranco's municipal library
    Barranco's municipal library
  • Puente de los Suspiros
    Puente de los Suspiros
  • Memorial obelisk in Saenz Peña Park
    Memorial obelisk in Saenz Peña Park
  • Puente de los Suspiros
    Puente de los Suspiros
  • Plaza de Armas
    Plaza de Armas
  • A casona in Barranco
    A casona in Barranco
  • Fountain at Barranco's plaza de Armas
    Fountain at Barranco's plaza de Armas
  • Monument to Chabuca Granda
    Monument to Chabuca Granda
  • Modernized flats built alongside Costa Verde
    Modernized flats built alongside Costa Verde
  • Bajada de los Baños
    Bajada de los Baños
  • Municipal headquarters
    Municipal headquarters
  • Partial view of the Bajada de los Baños, with the shanty town visible
    Partial view of the Bajada de los Baños, with the shanty town visible
  • Iglesia la Ermita
    Iglesia la Ermita
  • High rises under construction in 2022
    High rises under construction in 2022
  • Barranco in 1943
    Barranco in 1943
  • Pedro de Osma museum
    Pedro de Osma museum

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Estadística Poblacional - Ministerio de Salud del Perú".
  2. ^ Aramayo Gaona, Alejandra (2016-10-27). "Moción de saludo" (PDF). Congreso de la República.
  3. ^ "Historia de Barranco". Municipalidad de Barranco.
  4. ^ a b c Plan Distrital de Seguridad Ciudadana del Distrito de Barranco (PDF) (in Spanish). Municipalidad de Barranco. 2016. pp. 11–17.
  5. ^ "Maria Isabel Sánchez Concha Aramburú – Women Film Pioneers Project". wfpp.columbia.edu. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
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  • Media related to Barranco at Wikimedia Commons
  • Barranco travel guide from Wikivoyage

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