Chiclayo

The record of the name already appears documented as a toponym in the descriptive grammar of the Mochica language, entitled "Arte de la lengua yunga" [en: Art of the Yunga Language] (1644), prepared by the parish vicar of Reque, Fernando de la Carrera Daza, in the mid-17th, written there in the orthography developed by the author as "Cɥiclaiæp", where it is mentioned three times. First, in a prologue listing the towns and localities where Mochica language was still spoken. This spelling reflects how the toponym was pronounced in Mochica in the region during the colonial period of the Viceroyalty; however, the reconstruction of the exact sounds represented by Carrera's orthography remains a matter of debate among specialists, including the digraph ⟨cɥ⟩ and the vowel represented by ⟨æ⟩. For example, José Antonio Salas reconstructs *[tʲiklajɘ͡ʊp], and Rita Eloranta reconstructs *[ciklajɨp]. …

The Moche civilization began between the 1st and 7th centuries AD, occupying a territory that spanned much of what is now the northern coast of Peru, encompassing what is today the coastal area of the departments of Ancash, Lambayeque and La Libertad. This civilization developed a broad knowledge of hydraulic engineering: its people constructed canals to create an irrigation system in order to support agriculture. They produced surpluses, which supported population density and a strong economy for development. The culture was characterized by intensive use of copper in the manufacture of ornamental objects, tools and weapons. The Moche civilization was one of the largest and most influential in Peru, and ruins and archeological sites of the Moche, especially the Lord of Sipán, became large tourist destinations. …

Chiclayo is located 13 km (8.1 mi) from the Pacific Ocean, 208 km (129 mi) from the city of Trujillo and 770 km (480 mi) from the capital and largest city of Peru, Lima. It is located at an altitude of 27 m (89 ft) above sea level. Much like Trujillo, Chiclayo has great surfing conditions, with Pimentel being the city's most popular beach. Chiclayo has a warm and very dry desert climate with the sun shining all year around. Since the city of Chiclayo is located in a tropical zone near the Equator, the weather should be hot, humid, and rainy. However, it mostly resembles a subtropical climate, being comfortable and dry. This is due to the strong winds called "cyclones" that lower temperature to a moderate climate for most of the year except in the summer months where the temperature rises, so summer is often spent in nearby resorts like Puerto Eten and Pimentel. …

The following is a list of the universities located in Chiclayo: Catholic University of Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo Private University of Juan Mejia Baca Señor de Sipan University Private University of Chiclayo University of Lambayeque San Martín de Porres University César Vallejo University Alas Peruanas University Federal Republic of Germany Institute Senati, National Industrial Training Service Chiclayo is known for having one of the best museums in Peru, with its most famous being the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum, which is located in the city of Lambayeque, which is part of the Chiclayo metropolitan area. Other museums in Chiclayo are the Huaca Rajada, similar to the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum, and the Hans Heinrich Bruning National Museum. …

The department of Lambayeque is one of the most touristic in the country. It was home to the ancient civilization of the Moche who created some of the most ingenious monuments and works of art known to ancient Peru. In 1987, royal tombs of ancient Moche rulers were excavated. The artifacts found in the tomb were transferred to the Royal Tomb of Sipan Museum in the city of Lambayeque. Also there are the Brunning Museum and the Sicán Museum in Ferreñafe. These museums display the magnificent ancient artwork produced by the ancient Moche. The pyramids of Túcume are also in this area. In 2007, more than 306,000 tourists visited the museums of Lambayeque. There are more than 20 adobe pyramids all of which are 40 m (130 ft) in height and are in an abundance of vegetation and wildlife. Also in the area is the Chaparrí Ecological Reserve which has abundant biodiversity. …

FAP Captain José Abelardo Quiñones González International Airport (IATA: CIX, ICAO: SPHI) is the main airport serving Chiclayo and the surrounding metropolitan area. It is run by ADP, a private airport operator that operates various airports in northern Peru. The airport hosts domestic airlines, international airlines flights, and fuel supply services. The terminal has a runway of 2,520 by 45 m (8,268 by 148 ft). Many airlines serve Chiclayo's international airport, including JetSmart Perú, LATAM Perú and Star Perú offering domestic service to Lima. In July 2016, Copa Airlines began direct flights between Chiclayo and its hub in Panama, making it the first ever international flight to arrive to the city. US-based Spirit Airlines has expressed interest in serving Chiclayo from its hub in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. …