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Dependency Status
However, Tarapoto was a small city dependent of Lamas, which was bigger. Its principal rivers were the Choclino, the Suchiche and the Shilcayo. -
Foundation
Tarapoto was founded on August 20, 1782 by the Spanish bishop Baltazar Jaime Martínez. Its beginnings date back to the explorations of the Pocras and Chancas who were conquered by the Inca Empire, -
Incorporation to San Martin
Tarapoto is incorportad to the province of San Martin, turning into the main tourist and commercial hub of this part of northeastern Peru -
Population Growth
In 1960, Tarapoto had a population of 16,000 within the city limits, being one of the most important cities of Peru, a central axis for the decentralization of the country. -
Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport
Inauguration of Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport, which improves the connection of the city to the country. -
Foundation of National University of General San Martin
In 1979, the National University of General San Martín was founded, an important center of higher education serving the professional needs of the city and the province -
Nowadays
Nowadays, Tarapoto is the region's largest city, being a commercial hub. It s often used by tourists and local visitors as a base for excursions into the vast Amazon Rainforest. The city's beautiful landscapes, waterfalls and lagoons encourage adventure tourism, and attract numerous visitors to the "City of Palms"
