San Fernando, Chile

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San Fernando`s central square
San Fernando`s central square

San Fernando is the capital of the province of Colchagua, in central Chile, and the second most populated urban center of the O'Higgins Region. Located close to the Tinguiririca river (a tributary of the Rapel) in a fertile valley, San Fernando sits 1,112 feet (339 m) above sea level. Founded in 1742, it became the provincial capital in 1840.

San Fernando is famous for its rodeos, thanks to its location in the heart of Chile's huaso ("cowboy") country. The surrounding region yields wheat, forage crops, rice, legumes, and grapes. There is also a brand of Chilean wine called San Fernando. Both the Pan-American Highway and Chile's main longitudinal railroad run through San Fernando.

Coordinates: 34°35′S, 70°59′W


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