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Cono Norte (Lima)

Cono Norte
Sector
Location of Cono Norte in the Lima province
Location of Cono Norte in the Lima province
Country  Peru
Region Lima
Province Lima
Districts Ancón, Carabayllo, Comas, Independencia, Los Olivos, Puente Piedra, San Martín de Porres, Santa Rosa
Area
 • Total 988.5 km2 (381.7 sq mi)
Elevation 238 m (781 ft)
Population
 • Total 2,732,943
 • Density 2,800/km2 (7,200/sq mi)
Time zone PET (UTC-5)

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

The following districts are part of the Cono Norte:


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