- Review of the history of Chiclayo
- origins
- From curato to capital of the Department of Lambayeque
- References
The history of Chiclayo combines the contributions of the Spanish, especially in the religious part, and the autochthonous ethnic groups. Although the evidence is a bit confusing, its origins date back to colonial times.
This same story has earned him several titles. Thus, in 1835 it was conferred the title of Heroic City, for its contribution to the independence process. It is also known as the Capital of Friendship and the Pearl of the North of Peru.
Chiclayo, capital of the Department of Lambayeque, is located in the north of Peru. It is a rich and wide valley.
In the 16th century, it had few inhabitants and in the 20th century it far exceeded the population of the province of Lambayeque. Today it is one of the most important Peruvian cities.
Review of the history of Chiclayo
origins
There are no exact data on the foundation of Chiclayo, since there is no official founding act. This type of act was only signed in the towns that were destined for the Spanish to live.
In any case, there are at least two theories regarding the origins of this city. The first affirms that it was founded by a cacique whose name was Juan Chiclayo.
The other, very widespread, is that the Franciscan church-convent Santa María de la Concepción del Valle de Chiclayo was formed from the establishment.
On the other hand, there is also no consensus regarding the Chiclayo name. Some think that it was due to an indigenous man highly esteemed by the Franciscan fathers called “Chiclayalep”.
Others believe it is due to the alleged founding chieftain. It is also said that the Mochica had words that resembled chiclayo: chiclayap or chekliayok (apparently they meant a place with green branches). In 1664, Father Fernando de la Carrera referred to the city as Chiclaiep.
In general, the history of Chiclayo is told from 1563 or 1564, when it is estimated that the construction of the church began. The houses that were built around formed a reduction of indigenous people.
In a short time it became an order. This settlement facilitated the collection of native tributes. In addition, it expedited the missionaries' evangelizing task.
From curato to capital of the Department of Lambayeque
The year 1820 marks a milestone in the history of Chiclayo. That year the town of Lambayeque declared its independence, and Chiclayo decided to support the liberating cause.
Support for this movement included men, weapons, horses, and food. In recognition, on December 5, 1822, it changed its status from curato (parish) to town: Santa María de los Valles de Chiclayo.
On April 15, 1835, the then President Colonel Felipe Santiago Salaverry promoted it to the city. Three days later, the same president created the Province of Chiclayo. This involved the reordering of districts of other departments.
On March 22, 1839, the Province of Chiclayo undergoes a territorial modification, returning its districts to Cajamarca.
Finally, on December 1, 1874, the Department of Lambayeque was created. Chiclayo is named departmental capital, and the department of freedom recovers its four districts.
References
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- Chiclayo history. (s / f). In Lambayeque.net. Retrieved on November 23, 2017, from lambayeque.net.
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- Chiclayo history. (s / f). In Chiclayo. Chiclayo city Peru. Retrieved on November 23, 2017, from chiclayo.net.pe.
- Chiclayo: a history of disasters and reconstruction. (2017, April 18). In the Republic. Retrieved on November 23, 2017, from larepublica.pe.
- Lambayeque. (s / f). At Peruvian Embassy. United Kingdom. Retrieved on November 23, 2017, from peru-embassy.co.uk.