The Cono Norte (recently being called Lima Norte) is one of the five 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. The districts of Ancón and Santa Rosa (both in the far north of the province) are the 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.

Cono Norte
Lima Norte
Sector
North Lima
Location of Lima Norte in the Lima province
Location of Lima Norte in the Lima province
CountryPeru
RegionLima
ProvinceLima
DistrictsAncón, Carabayllo, Comas, Independencia, Los Olivos, Puente Piedra, Rímac, San Martín de Porres, Santa Rosa
Area
 • Total988.5 km2 (381.7 sq mi)
Elevation
238 m (781 ft)
Population
 • Total2,732,943
 • Density2,800/km2 (7,200/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC-5 (PET)

Districts

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Puente Piedra in 1930

The following districts are part of Lima Norte:[1]

References

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  1. ^ (in Spanish) INEI, Characteristics per Cono and District Archived May 12, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, Retrieved October 31, 2007.
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