Lince District

Lince District has been a topic of interest for a long time, and its impact extends to different areas of life. From its influence on popular culture to its relevance in technological advances, Lince District has left a significant mark on society. In this article, we will explore the different facets of Lince District, from its origins to its evolution today. We will analyze its impact on history, science, politics and other relevant areas. Additionally, we will examine how Lince District has shaped our perceptions and influenced our decisions over the years. Join us on this journey to discover the impact of Lince District on our lives!

For other uses, see Lince (disambiguation).
Lince
District
Flag of Lince
Flag
Coat of arms of Lince
Coat of arms
Location of Lince in the Lima province
Location of Lince in the Lima province
Coordinates: 12°06′S 77°03′W / 12.100°S 77.050°W / -12.100; -77.050
CountryPeru
RegionLima
ProvinceLima
FoundedMay 29, 1936
CapitalLince
Subdivisions1 populated center
Government
 • MayorMalca Schnaiderman
(2023–2026)
Area
 • Total
3.03 km2 (1.17 sq mi)
Elevation
117 m (384 ft)
Population
 (2023)[1]
 • Total
63,854
 • Density1,823,168/km2 (4,721,980/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC-5 (PET)
UBIGEO150116
Websitemunilince.gob.pe

Lince is a district of Lima Province in Peru. It is part of the city of Lima. Officially established as a district on May 29, 1936, the current mayor (alcalde) of Lince is Vicente Amable Escalante. The district's postal code is 14. Until 1936, when it was made into a separate district, Lince was attached to Miraflores and San Isidro district.

Geography

The district has a total land area of 3.03 km². Its administrative center is located 117 meters above sea level. The three main sections of Lince are the West Side (also known as Lobatón), the East Side (both sides are separated by Avenida Arenales), and San Eugenio, southeast of the East Side facing the Luis Bedoya Avenue and Expressway.

North to South, Lince follows the block numbering started in Santa Beatriz section of Lima District and its parallel in Jesús María, however, there are a few north-south avenues that do not have a Santa Beatriz counterpart, the district have a common area that is the Edgardo Rebagliati Martins National Hospital with Jesús María, particularly on the East Side.

Although not commonly known, Lince possesses a great concentration of Art Deco architecture, comparable in density and style to the highly appreciated Art Deco architecture of the South Beach district of Miami Beach, Florida, USA. Many of these art deco buildings in Lince (which include homes, businesses, schools, etc.), are well maintained and have endured little modification from their original design in the late 1930s. The area, however, is not yet regarded as a tourism district nor as a historic preservation area.

Boundaries

Demographics

According to a 2002 estimate by the INEI, the district has 70,968 inhabitants and a population density of 23,421.8 persons/km². In 1999, there were 16,907 households in the district.

  • Procession of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
    Procession of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
  • Fireman's park in Lince inaugurated in 1947 by Juan R. Velasquez, first mayor of Lince.
    Fireman's park in Lince inaugurated in 1947 by Juan R. Velasquez, first mayor of Lince.

References

  1. ^ "Estadística Poblacional - Ministerio de Salud del Perú".