Virú
Virú is a bus stop in San Martín, Peru. Virú is situated nearby to the church Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro y San Alfonso, as well as near the bridge Puente Rayitos de Sol.| Tap on a place to explore it |
Places of Interest Nearby
Highlights include Puente Rayitos de Sol and Plaza Mayor.
Puente Rayitos de Sol
Bridge
Photo: Art DiNo, CC BY-SA 2.0.
Rayitos de Sol Bridge is a pedestrian bridge in the historic centre of Lima, Peru. It crosses the Rímac river, connecting the Vía de Evitamiento with the Alameda Chabuca Granda. Puente Rayitos de Sol is situated 230 metres south of Virú.
Plaza Mayor
Square
Photo: Allan Grey, CC BY-SA 2.0.
The Plaza Mayor, also known as the Plaza de Armas, is the main public square of the historic centre of the city of Lima, Peru. It dates back to the foundation of the city by Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535. Plaza Mayor is situated 750 metres south of Virú.
Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima
Church
Photo: Wikimedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
The Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima is a sanctuary dedicated to Saint Rose of Lima. It is located in the remains of Oliva's house, including the well used by the family, which serves as a highlight of the convent among visitors. Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima is situated 430 metres southwest of Virú.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Central Lima and Lima.
Central Lima
Photo: S23678, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Central Lima, Peru comprises the districts of Lima, Breña, Jesús María, Lince, La Victoria, San Luis, El Agustino and Rímac.
Lima
Photo: Thomas Quine, CC BY 2.0.
Lima is the capital of Peru and its largest city. Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the modern city is a curious mix of the modern mega city with some 'islands of modernity', large but orderly slum areas and colonial architecture in downtown.
Santa Beatriz
Quarter
Photo: Matriz1961, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Santa Beatriz is a neighbourhood in Lima District. It is the southernmost area of the district. It limits to the north, with the historic centre of Lima; to the east, with La Victoria; to the south, with Lince; and to the west, with Jesús María. Santa Beatriz is situated 3½ km south of Virú.
Virú
- Type: Bus stop
- Categories: transport stop and transportation
- Location: San Martín, Peru, South America
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Latitude
-12.03954° or 12° 2′ 22″ southLongitude
-77.03287° or 77° 1′ 58″ westNetwork
SITOpen location code
57V4XX68+5VOpenStreetMap ID
node 4029918496OpenStreetMap feature
public_transport=stop_position
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