Aguas Verdes District
Aguas Verdes is a district in the Zarumilla Province of the Tumbes Region in northwestern Peru. Its capital is the town of Aguas Verdes, which is on the banks of the Zarumilla River. Located on the border with Ecuador, Aguas Verdes serves as the largest international point of entry in Peru's northern border. This district is located right across the river from the Ecuadorian town of Huaquillas.
Aguas Verdes | |
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The town of Aguas Verdes, capital of the district, as seen from the international bridge | |
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Coat of arms | |
Location of Aguas Verdes District in the Zarumilla province | |
| Country | Peru |
| Region | Tumbes |
| Province | Zarumilla |
| Founded | January 11, 1985 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 46.06 km2 (17.78 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Population (2002 est.) | |
| • Total | 12,789 |
| • Density | 280/km2 (720/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (PET) |
| Website | muniaguasverdes.gob.pe |
Officially established as a district on January 11, 1985, its current mayor is José Llatance Fernández.
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