Matucana Postal Codes, Huarochirí, Lima Peru

The postal code for Matucana is 15556 in Lima, Huarochirí, Peru. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Matucana.

Matucana on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Matucana districts in Peru. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Matucana

Key Facts

Matucana is the capital district of the Huarochirí Province, located in the Lima Region of central Peru. Situated approximately 74 kilometers east of Lima in the upper valley of the Rímac River, this Andean town serves as an important administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding mountainous region. Nestled at an elevation of about 2,378 meters (7,802 feet) above sea level, Matucana occupies a strategic position along the Central Highway that connects Lima to the highlands. The district covers an area of approximately 568.25 square kilometers and has a population of around 5,000 residents according to recent estimates. Matucana is administratively divided into several populated centers and smaller settlements that dot the rugged Andean landscape. The town experiences a mild highland climate and serves as a gateway to numerous natural attractions, including the Marcahuasi stone forest and various waterfalls. As the provincial capital, it hosts important government offices and serves as a transportation nexus for the surrounding communities. Visitors to this website can access detailed postal code information for Matucana's various neighborhoods and surrounding areas to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services throughout this important Peruvian district.

Neighboring Regions

* San Mateo

* Surco

* Carampoma

* Huanza

* Ricardo Palma

* San Jerónimo de Surco