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Cono Norte — Sector — Location of Cono Norte in the Lima province Country Peru Region Lima Province Lima Founded Districts Ancón, Carabayllo, Comas, Independencia, Los Olivos, Puente Piedra, San Martín de Porres, Santa Rosa Area - Total 988.5 km2 (381.7 sq mi) Elevation 238 m (781 ft) Population - Total 2,732,943 - Density 2,764.7/km2 (7,160.6/sq mi) Time zone PET (UTC-5) UBIGEO The Cono Norte (recently being called Lima Norte) is one of the six areas that make up the Lima Metropolitan Area. It is located in the northern part of the metropolis, hence its name. The socioeconomic levels of its residents are varied. Ancón and Santa Rosa are popular beach resorts (but not residential areas) for wealthier residents of Lima. The rest of the population comprises middle class and lower class residents. It is one of the most populated areas of Peru.
Districts
The following districts are part of the Cono Norte:[1]
- Ancón
- Carabayllo
- Comas
- Independencia
- Los Olivos (unofficial capital)
- Puente Piedra
- San Martín de Porres
- Santa Rosa
References
- ^ (Spanish) INEI, Characteristics per Cono and District, Retrieved October 31, 2007.
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