Cathedral. From Colonial times, it houses paintings of San Martín de Porres and an image of the Virgin Mary by Ignacio Merino. The main altar is covered in gold leaf.

Iglesia del Carmen. It dates from the eighteenth century. Inside pieces of Viceroyal art can be appreciated.

Iglesia de San Francisco. The oldest in the city, and site of the proclamation of independence of the department.

Almirante Miguel Grau House Museum. The place were this remarkable marine was born. It keeps mementos of his childhood and youth.

Town Hall Museum. It holds collections of art and archaeology. The latter includes a great variety of pre-Columbian ceramics.

Catacaos. Typical town which stands out for its straw work, cotton handicrafts, and primarily for its filigree work in gold and silver. The city also has excellent picanterías.

Simbilá. A small village near the city. The people are dedicated to pottery, making mud stewpots, large jars, and other utensils.

OTHER ATTRACTIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUIRA
Sechura. At 54 km (33.5 ml) from the capital, this region includes the Iglesia de San Martín, the Bayóvar Oil Export Complex, the Sechura desert, as well as the beaches of Chulliyachi, Constante, Matacaballo, San Pedro and Parachique.

Sullana. It is known as the Pearl of Chira. Located in this area is Tangarará, where the first capital was founded. Also, the Poechos dam and the Cerros de Amotape National Park.

Morropón. Located at 60 km (37 ml) from the city of Piura, it is the capital of the province of Chulucanas. Visitors can admire the Vicus archaeological ruins, as well as the work of the people of Chulucanas, famous artisans and potters. Also known as the region where the tondero and cumana rhythms and dances originated.

Paita. A coastal province that stands out for its well-known beach resorts, such as, Colán, Yacila, and Cangrejos. Other attractive sites are the Iglesia de San Lucas, which is the first church built in Perú, and the house of Manuelita Ramos, lover and mate of Simón Bolívar in the libertarian gest.

Talara. A province famous for its beaches and fishing sites, such as, Cabo Blanco, Los Órganos and Máncora.

Ayabaca. A province of the Sierra located at 211 km (131 ml) from the capital. It has lagoons with healing waters and a healthy climate.

Huancabamba. A province known for its famous Huaringas, a group of fourteen lakes considered to have magic powers. It is also home of curanderos (curers) and sorcerers.