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Apostolic visit · November 2026

Chiclayo,a shepherd's home.

  • November 13 — 14
  • 7 events · 2 days

Known as the "City of Friendship." Chiclayo is the heart of the region where Pope Leo XIV served as a missionary, making this visit a deeply personal return.

  • 05Cities on the route
  • 03Regions of Peru
  • 2026A visit to remember

November 2026 · Apostolic visit

The scheduleof the encounter.

The whole visit to this city, ordered by moment so you can check it at a glance.

13FridayNovember 2026
  1. 07:40

    Transfer: Departure by plane from the Callao Naval Air Base to Chiclayo

  2. 09:10

    Transfer: Arrival at the Chiclayo Air Base

  3. 10:30
    01

    Holy Mass

    Pampas de Pimentel esplanade

    Homily of the Holy Father
  4. 12:40
    02

    Private visit to the Saint Óscar A. Romero Chapel

    Saint Óscar A. Romero Chapel, Chiclayo

    Greeting of the Holy Father
  5. 16:30
    03

    Meeting with bishops, priests, men and women religious, seminarians, synodal teams and the pastoral council

    Shrine of Our Lady of Peace, Chiclayo

    Address of the Holy Father
  6. 17:45
    04

    Meeting with the university community

    Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo Catholic University, Chiclayo

    Address of the Holy Father
  7. 19:00
    05

    Dinner with the priests of the Diocese of Chiclayo

    Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo School, Chiclayo

14SaturdayNovember 2026
  1. 08:00
    06

    Rite of coronation of the Immaculate Virgin

    Saint Mary Cathedral, Chiclayo

    Homily of the Holy Father
  2. 09:10

    Transfer: Departure by helicopter from the Chiclayo Air Base to Santa Cruz de Succhabamba

  3. 14:00

    Transfer: Arrival at the Chiclayo Air Base

  4. 17:30
    07

    Prayer meeting with the Catholic community for the closing of the Jubilee Year of Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo

    Shrine of Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo, Zaña

    Address of the Holy Father

All times shown are Peru local time.

01 · Visual Record

Gallery

02 · Heritage and Tourism

What to visitnearby

Must-see tourist spots near the route.

Sipán Royal Tombs MuseumChiclayo

Sipán Royal Tombs Museum

Designed in the shape of a Mochica pyramid, this impressive museum houses the dazzling gold and silver treasure of the ancient Lord of Sipán to showcase the grandeur of the northern cultures.

Lambayeque

Chaparrí Ecological ReserveChiclayo

Chaparrí Ecological Reserve

Located in the dry forest of Lambayeque, this community-managed ecological reserve protects unique species such as the spectacled bear, making it the ideal sanctuary for conservation.

Chongoyape

Brüning Archaeological MuseumChiclayo

Brüning Archaeological Museum

Founded as a result of Heinrich Brüning's research, this museum houses a vast archaeological collection from northern cultures and is notable for its valuable ancient gold gallery.

Lambayeque

Pómac ForestChiclayo

Pómac Forest

Nestled in the Ferreñafe Valley, this impressive dry forest combines a rich biodiversity of carob trees with dozens of monumental pyramids from the ancient Sicán culture.

Ferreñafe

Chiclayo Main ParkChiclayo

Chiclayo Main Park

This beautiful park, which serves as the civic and commercial heart of the “City of Friendship,” is surrounded by traditional mansions and is notable for its imposing ornamental fountain, which brings the urban setting to life.

Chiclayo

The Traditional Village of MonsefúChiclayo

The Traditional Village of Monsefú

A cradle of folklore and home to skilled artisans who work with straw and cotton, this traditional northern town preserves ancestral customs, lively music, and exquisite local cuisine.

Monsefú

Túcume Archaeological ComplexChiclayo

Túcume Archaeological Complex

A vast valley home to more than twenty-six adobe pyramids built by ancient cultures, this millennia-old ceremonial and administrative center is notable for its distinct northern hierarchy.

Túcume

Pimentel Port and CoveChiclayo

Pimentel Port and Cove

A traditional northern seaside resort known for its historic totora reed boats, this historic pier keeps the age-old tradition of artisanal fishing alive along the Lambayeque coast.

Pimentel

Yortuque PromenadeChiclayo

Yortuque Promenade

A vast open-air urban and cultural corridor, this striking promenade features dozens of relief sculptures that tell the story of the rich history and mythology of the ancient northern cultures.

Chiclayo

03 · Culinary Identity

Flavors of theregion

The culinary identity that defines this region.

Duck with Rice

Duck with Rice

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Traditional northern Peruvian dish prepared with duck, rice, cilantro, and chicha de jora. It is one of Lambayeque's main culinary symbols.

Northern-Style Goat Stew

Northern-Style Goat Stew

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Tender goat slowly cooked with chicha de jora, cilantro, onion, and spices, traditionally served with beans and rice.

Espesado

Espesado

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Traditional Lambayeque stew made with ground corn, cilantro, and meat, usually accompanied by rice and other northern Peruvian ingredients.

Chinguirito

Chinguirito

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Typical dish prepared with shredded dried fish, lime, onion, chili pepper, and cilantro, traditionally served with cassava and corn.

Ray Fish Omelet

Ray Fish Omelet

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Traditional Lambayeque dish made with shredded dried ray fish, egg, onion, and spices, cooked until firm and golden.

Ferreñafe-Style Causa

Ferreñafe-Style Causa

Ferreñafe / Lambayeque

Traditional dish made with potatoes, fish, onion, chili pepper, and other regional ingredients, characteristic of the province of Ferreñafe.

Chirimpico

Chirimpico

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Traditional northern stew prepared with goat offal, onion, chili pepper, cilantro, and loche squash, usually served with cassava.

Turkey Pepián

Turkey Pepián

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Northern Peruvian preparation made with ground corn and turkey, cooked with chili peppers, onion, spices, and aromatic herbs until thick.

Chiclayo-Style Fried Pork

Chiclayo-Style Fried Pork

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Traditional northern breakfast made with seasoned fried pork, served with cassava, sweet potato, hominy corn, and Creole onion sauce.

Northern-Style Ceviche

Northern-Style Ceviche

Chiclayo / Northern Coast

Fresh fish marinated with lime, onion, chili pepper, and cilantro, served with sweet potato, corn, cassava, or zarandaja beans.

Duck Stew with Loche Squash

Duck Stew with Loche Squash

Chiclayo / Lambayeque

Northern duck stew prepared with loche squash, chili peppers, cilantro, onion, and spices, featuring one of Lambayeque's characteristic ingredients.

Lambayeque King Kong

Lambayeque King Kong

Lambayeque

Traditional sweet made with large biscuit layers filled with milk caramel, pineapple preserve, and peanut filling, a symbol of Lambayeque confectionery.

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