Tirúa, Administrative commune in Arauco Province, Chile
Tirúa is a commune in Arauco Province within the Biobío Region of southern Chile. The town sits in hilly terrain with access to river valleys and nearby coastal areas.
Founded as Fuerte Tirúa in 1865, the town began as a Spanish military settlement. Over time it grew into an established commune with its own local administration.
Mapuche communities maintain their language, crafts, and traditional celebrations as part of daily life here. These indigenous practices shape local festivals and the town's identity.
The town is connected to larger cities by bus services, making travel fairly straightforward. Basic accommodations and services are available locally, though choices remain limited.
The 2010 earthquake lifted the land dramatically, creating a visible new islet at the mouth of the Tirúa River. Visitors can observe the results of this geological shift in the landscape.
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