MAIN
ATTRACTIONS
Los Manglares. A forest of mangrove trees that grows and
develops in a transit area between land and sea. It comprises
a small area at the left margin of the Tumbes river and
a bigger area at the right margin of the same river up
to the Capones International Canal. It is a natural beauty
with labyrinths, inlets, and a refuge and food source
for a numerous species of crustaceans, mollusks, fishes,
and a varied bird fauna.
Plaza
de Armas or Main Square. Although the plaza has a modern
cut, it is surrounded by old houses that keep their
Colonial influence.
Plaza
Bolognesi. Built in honor of the hero of the Battle
of Arica (Pacific War), Colonel Francisco Bolognesi.
Plaza
Alipio Rosales. Built in memorial of the Tumbesinos
who offered their lives during the conflict with Ecuador
in 1941.
Zarumilla.
Calm scenario of the 1941 Glorious Campaign. The pampas
of Zarumilla were the site of the combats against Ecuador
in making the Peruvian nationality prevail in this department.
Aguas
Verdes is a frontier location of great commercial activity.
This town connects with the city of Huaquillas in Ecuador
through a bridge.
Puerto
Pizarro. A beautiful port with white sand beaches, and
a place to enjoy a variety of dishes based sea food.
Malecón
Benavides. A belvedere built on a main road bordering
the river. The perfect site for a beautiful sunset.
Zorritos.
Capital of the province of Contralmirante Villar where
the first oil well was perforated in 1860. It has a
beautiful landscape and inviting beaches.
Tumpis
Fortress. At 5 km (3.1 ml) from the city of Tumbes,
it is an archeological monument similar to the Paramonga
fortress in the department of Ancash.
Caleta
de Cruz Pizarro. Cove where Francisco Pizarro started
the conquest of Perú. It has a replica of the
Cross set up by him in 1532.
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