Commander Elías Aguirre was second in command of the Huáscar ironclad during the War of the Pacific.
The plaza was inaugurated on July 28, 1924, to commemorate the centenary of the Battle of Ayacucho.
The statue of Elías Aguirre was created by sculptor David Lozano.
The square is one of the few urban spaces in Chiclayo that has retained its original late 19th-century residential-style architectural layout.
Plazuela Elías Aguirre is a historic urban square located in the center of Chiclayo, dedicated to the Peruvian naval hero Commander Elías Aguirre Romero. The plaza serves as the site for a prominent bronze statue of the commander, who perished during the Battle of Angamos in 1879. The park features a distinct radial layout with paved pedestrian walkways, benches, and mature trees providing shade. It is a central meeting point for locals and frequently hosts civic events and public gatherings. The square acts as a transitional space between the city's commercial district and the surrounding administrative buildings. It underwent structural revitalization in recent years to preserve its historical character and improve pedestrian accessibility. The area is defined by its colonial-style architecture surrounding the perimeter.
Directly in front of the central monument to capture the bronze statue with the surrounding historic building facades in the background.
Visit during the early evening when the local street food vendors set up nearby.
Keep a close watch on personal belongings as the square is a busy pedestrian thoroughfare.
Utilize the benches for observing daily life in Chiclayo's city center.
Do not leave bags unattended on benches, as the area is high-traffic and attracts opportunistic pickpockets.
