This document provides information about various places in Piura, Peru as well as the typical customs and dishes of the region. It discusses the cities of Piura, Talara, Catacaos, Paita as well as the typical dishes of Piura such as ceviche de mero, tamalitos verdes, and seco cabrito. It also outlines some of the main customs of Piura including Day of the Dead celebrations, the Captive Lord of Ayabaca, Piura Anniversary, Our Lady of Mercedes, Carnivals in Bernal, and the Descent of Kings. The document concludes with a reflection on the importance of understanding different cultures through travel.

1. COURSE: ENGLISH IV
TEACHER: CARLOS AUGUSTO ENVER OYOLA ZEGARRA
CAREER: ACCOUNTING
CYCLE: IV
SECTION B"
MEMBERS: ALEJANDRO BONILLA DORIS KATHERIN
APARICIO MAMANI GUADALUPE REYNA
BALTAZAR NUÑEZ LUZ GABRIELA
GONZALEZ RODRIGUEZ ANGELA VALERIA
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MENDOZA FLORES AMADOR

2. Piura is highly appreciated for its colonial
buildings, such as the Cathedral of Piura
with its golden altar. The “Main Square", is
a small square lined with tamarinds. The
Church of San Francisco, where Piura
declared its independence from Spain in
1821. In addition, there is the Miguel Grau
Museum, a place full of history. Here there
are many photos and memories of the 19th
century war hero.

3. TALARA
• Talara is a hot city, people usually visit its tourist places, but today they
prefer to go to the beaches like Mancora, Vichayito or Lobitos.
• Here you can surf on the beach, build sand castles or practice any sport.

4. • In addition, you can eat in many restaurants in the
center of Talara, where you will find a varied menu
of seafood dishes. Because of its proximity to the
port, it has typical dishes such as ceviche, shrimp
chupe and fish crackling.
Afterwards, travelers spend time with their families,
while walking through the main square.
Therefore, you should go and take pictures to
collect a great souvenir.

5. CATACAOS – PIURA
• Located in the lower Piura, it is one of the favorite places for
its spicy places, you must go to Catacaos.
• There are many handicrafts such as straw hats, ceramics,
jewelry, vases, even children's toys.
• The best of these products are handmade and are not very
expensive. So you can find them, in the street "El Comercio"
PLACES YOU MUST VISIT IN CATACAOS.
• NARIHUALA FORTRESS
• NARIHUALA SITE MUSEUM
• SAN JUAN BAPTIST CHURCH OF CATACAOS
• SQUARE OF ARMS OF CATACAOS

6. TYPICAL DISHES OF CATACAOS
The badge dishes are Piuran food such as the creole round, majao de yuca,
seco de chavelo, sudado de cabrillo and atamalado very well prepared and
well served; its unmistakable ceviches.

7. PAITA
Paita is a wonderful destination to visit in the department of Piura. It is not
for pleasure that the phrase “you are on the moon of Paita” is used, since in
this place you can see spectacular landscapes at night and during the day.
Here both adults and children can enjoy
unparalleled vacations while being in contact with
nature. Next, discover the main attractions of this
beautiful northern province.

8. During your visit to Paita, don’t forget to try its delicious typical dishes such
as ceviche, sudado, rice with seafood, grated tortilla, grilled lobster, and
much more.
Now that you know which are the main tourist
places in Paita, be sure to visit them on your
next visit. you will love them

9. TYPICAL DISHES OF PIURA
Piura it’s an important tourist point in the north of Peru and also a culinary
destination that has a lot of variety to offer.
CEVICHE DE MERO
Based on grouper fish,
limo, chili,beans lemon
Coriander,salt and
pepper, accompanied by
sweet potato,parboilet
corn, toasted field and
purple onion.
TAMALITOS VERDES
It is one of the typical
dishes made with ground
corn, coriander, pork, egg
and olives.

10. SECO CABRITO
Important dish from
the north of Perú,
based on milk of
cabrito cassava,
white
rice and beans.
. FRITO PIURANO
It is a stew based on
yellow rice whith a
piece of stewed
pork,cassava and
sweet potato, it is
one of the typical
Sunday breakfasts.

11. CUSTOMS OF PIURA
The typical customs of Piura are related to Christian celebrations. Because of the
mixture between Christianity and the beliefs of the indigenous people of the region.
Many customs of this Peruvian state are popular throughout the country

12. MAIN CUSTOMS OF PIURA
As in many Latin American countries, the
day of the dead is celebrated on November
first. It is a date that is used to honor family
and friends who are no longer in this world.
It begins in the morning with a ritual called
“the coronation of the little angels”.
They bring the favorite foods of their
deceased and play music to celebrate the
lives of their deceased.
Day of the Dead The captive Lord of Ayabaca
In the city of Ayabaca, in the temple of
Nuestra Señora del Pilar, the celebration is
on October 13, together with thousands of
faithful from all over the country.
Believers make a long walk to the altar,
dressed in purple and paying debts for
performed miracles.

13. Piura Anniversary
On August 15, 1532 Francisco Pizarro founded
the city of Piura in homage to San Miguel.
Every year on this date the anniversary of the
city of San Miguel de Piura is celebrated.
During the holidays there are artistic
presentations, such as dances and typical
dances, and traditional food.
Our Lady of Mercedes
It is celebrated almost the entire month of
September. It is a national celebration. On
September 1, the image of the Virgin leaves
the temple of San Francisco de Asís to be
carried in various processions.
Accompanying these processions are rosaries
and prayers. The central festival takes place
on September 24,

14. Carnivals in Bernal
These celebrations date back to 1920,
approximately.
The city of Bernal is located in the lower area of
the district of Piura, they are popular for their
fame of being great parties. They are
celebrations with music, dances, food and
Peruvian folklore.
Descent of Kings
It is tradition to celebrate the Bajada de Reyes
on January 6. It is a popular fair with tasting of
regional and Christmas dishes that attracts
many tourists and citizens of Piura.

15. REFLECTION
Our environment is very diverse and it is important to fully
understand the culture of other places, one of the best
ways to accumulate experiences is to travel. This allows us
to have a different perspective and see beyond what we
can imagine. Traveling favors learning, the experience
allows us to compare and see the differences between the
customs of another place and ours and understand the
historical concept
It is important to be motivated and be willing to live new
experiences.