abstract:The name Lambayeque originates from "Llampayec", an idol that was worshipped in northern Peru. It can refer to the following Peruvian locations:
Archaeologistshave been "trying to decode thelegend's mystery" for acentury, said dig leaderCarlosWesterLaTorre, director of the Brüning NationalArchaeologicalMuseum in Lambayeque.
The presence of this agency has been questioned by many, including Regional President of Lambayeque, Yehude Simon who stated that he would "never" allow such an office to be placed in the region without having first sought the approval of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Regional Government itself.