Belén Postal Codes, Maynas, Loreto Peru

Postal codes for Belén range from 16000 to 16008 in Loreto, Maynas, Peru. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Belén.

Belén on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Belén 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 Belén

Key Facts

Belén is a district located within the Maynas Province of the Loreto Region in northeastern Peru. Situated in the Peruvian Amazon basin, this district encompasses part of the city of Iquitos, the largest city in the Peruvian rainforest and the capital of both Maynas Province and Loreto Region. Belén occupies a strategic position along the banks of the Itaya River near its confluence with the Amazon River, approximately 3,700 square kilometers in area with a population of around 65,000 residents. The district is administratively divided into several populated centers and neighborhoods, with its most famous area being the Belén neighborhood often called the 'Venice of the Amazon' due to its stilt houses and floating structures that adapt to seasonal flooding. This district plays a significant role in the local economy through river commerce, fishing, and tourism, while also serving as an important residential and commercial hub within the greater Iquitos metropolitan area. For those seeking postal services and delivery information, Belén's various neighborhoods and sectors each have specific addressing requirements that reflect the district's unique geographical challenges and urban layout.

Neighboring Regions

* San Juan Bautista

* Iquitos

* Punchana