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Buena Vista Alta, Ancash, Peru – Peru Flag

Current Date And Time In Buena Vista Alta, Peru

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:46:29 PET
State: Ancash
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (PET)
District: Provincia de Casma

🗺 Map of Buena Vista Alta, Ancash, Peru – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Buena Vista Alta, a city in Ancash, Peru, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Buena Vista Alta — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Buena Vista Alta.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Peru operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Buena Vista Alta, Ancash

📍 LATITUDE
9.432°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
78.207°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.4323° S78.2065° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-9.4323-78.2065
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 25' 56" S78° 12' 24" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 25.9368' S78° 12.3924' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Buena Vista Alta Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:23 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 49m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:17 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Buena Vista Alta’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Buena Vista Alta’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,050 km
(652 mi) • Buena Vista Alta is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,588 km
(5,336 mi) • Buena Vista Alta is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
9.432° N, 101.793° E
The point exactly opposite Buena Vista Alta through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Buena Vista Alta, you'd surface nearest to Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand, about 197 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Buena Vista Alta

📍 Location Details

CityBuena Vista Alta
StateAncash (Áncash)
CountryPeru
ContinentSouth America
DistrictProvincia de Casma
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation301 m / 988 ft
GPS (DD)-9.4323, -78.2065

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Buena Vista Alta

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Ancash
Parent Country: Peru

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Buena Vista Alta to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Ancash.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
HuanchuyAncashNE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
CasmaAncashSW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Puerto CasmaAncashW20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
QuilloAncashNE21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
YautánAncashE25 km15 mi~25m🗺 View
PariacolcaAncashNE26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Buena Vista Alta to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Huaraz
75 km (47 mi)
E of Buena Vista Alta • ~1h 15m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Lima
318 km (197 mi)
SE of Buena Vista Alta • ~5h 18m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Ancash

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Ancash, the home state of Buena Vista Alta, along with each city's aerial distance from Huaraz, Ancash's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Chimbote-9.0751° S-78.5937° W1 m127 km🗺 View Map
Huaraz-9.5261° S-77.5287° W2,829 m0 km🗺 View Map
Centenario-9.5166° S-77.5305° W3,039 m1 km🗺 View Map
Huarmey-10.0681° S-78.1522° W13 m91 km🗺 View Map
Coishco-9.0231° S-78.6156° W20 m132 km🗺 View Map
Puerto Santa-8.9898° S-78.646° W2 m136 km🗺 View Map
Pilcomayo-9.0473° S-77.8109° W2,271 m62 km🗺 View Map
Caraz-9.0485° S-77.8101° W2,441 m61 km🗺 View Map
Yauya-8.9914° S-77.2915° W3,071 m65 km🗺 View Map
Yungay-9.1383° S-77.7436° W2,521 m49 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport
IATA: CHM
47 km (29 mi) from Buena Vista Alta
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🌍 Buena Vista Alta Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Buena Vista Alta Matter

The exact GPS location of Buena Vista Alta gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Ancash. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Ancash state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Buena Vista Alta Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Buena Vista Alta are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Buena Vista Alta

The satellite view of Buena Vista Alta lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Peru map

🌎 Regional Position of Buena Vista Alta in Ancash

Buena Vista Alta sits within Ancash, Peru, in the South America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Buena Vista Alta Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Buena Vista Alta for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Ancash. › Browse every city in Ancash

💻 Using Buena Vista Alta Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Buena Vista Alta in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Peru. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Buena Vista Alta Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Buena Vista Alta directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Buena Vista Alta. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Ancash CitiesAccess the full city directory for Ancash ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Buena Vista Alta Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Buena Vista Alta?

The GPS coordinates of Buena Vista Alta are latitude -9.4323° and longitude -78.2065°. In directional format: 9.4323° S, 78.2065° W. These coordinates mark the center of Buena Vista Alta in Ancash and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Buena Vista Alta located?

Buena Vista Alta is a city in Ancash, Peru, on the continent of South America. It falls within Provincia de Casma. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Buena Vista Alta?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Buena Vista Alta sits at: Latitude 9° 25' 56" S and Longitude 78° 12' 24" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Buena Vista Alta on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Buena Vista Alta is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -9.4323, -78.2065 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Buena Vista Alta in Ancash. For broader context, explore the Ancash state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Buena Vista Alta?

The nearest airport to Buena Vista Alta is FAP Lieutenant Jaime Andres de Montreuil Morales Airport (CHM), roughly 47 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Buena Vista Alta from Huaraz?

Buena Vista Alta is approximately 75 km (47 mi) from Huaraz, the capital of Ancash, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Ancash.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Buena Vista Alta?

Buena Vista Alta sits at an elevation of approximately 301 meters (988 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Ancash.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Buena Vista Alta?

The closest cities to Buena Vista Alta include Huanchuy, Casma, Puerto Casma. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Buena Vista Alta today?

Today in Buena Vista Alta, sunrise is at 06:23 AM and sunset is at 06:12 PM, giving a day length of 11h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Buena Vista Alta's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Buena Vista Alta from the Equator?

Buena Vista Alta is approximately 1,050 km (652 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,588 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Buena Vista Alta?

The antipodal point of Buena Vista Alta — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand, roughly 197 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Buena Vista Alta from Lima, the capital of Peru?

Buena Vista Alta is approximately 318 km (197 mi) SE of Lima, the national capital of Peru, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.