Standard TimePET |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Lima |
Matucana time compared to Beijing time (China) |
13 hours ahead |
Introduction to Matucana, Peru
Matucana is a town in the Lima Region of Peru, located about 80 kilometers north of the capital city of Lima, in the province of Huarar. It is about 500 meters above sea level and is located in a hilly area along the Pacific Ocean, with a dry and mild climate, and is known for its agriculture and traditional handicrafts.
Geographical and climatic characteristics
Matucana is located in the northern part of the Lima Valley, in the western foothills of the Andes, with a unique coastal desert climate influenced by the Peruvian cold front. The average annual temperature is around 20°C. Precipitation is scarce, but agriculture is based on irrigation systems, and the surrounding landscape is characterized by a mixture of oases and sand dunes.
Economic and Cultural Characteristics
The local economy is based on the cultivation of sugarcane, fruits, and especially the production of traditional sugarcane wine (pisco). Matucana retains a strong colonial architectural style, and the annual Sugar Cane Festival in July attracts visitors to experience folk music, dance and handicrafts.
Travel and Transportation
Matucana is a 1.5-hour drive from Lima via the Pan-American Highway. Visitors can visit historic churches, artisanal workshops and the ruins of the nearby Valar Castle. The town is favored as a classic destination for excursions around Lima, for its peaceful countryside and cultural heritage.
Matucana Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-03-02
Sunrise Time
06:08
Local Time
Sunset Time
18:26
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