Capitán Pastene, Italian settlement in Lumaco, Chile
The town of Capitán Pastene stands at 218 meters above sea level in La Araucanía Region, surrounded by forested hills and agricultural lands.
In 1904, eighty-seven Italian families from the Modena region arrived to establish a new community, initially naming their settlement Nueva Italia.
Local restaurants prepare traditional dishes from northern Italy, maintaining culinary techniques passed down through generations of immigrant families.
Regular bus services connect Capitán Pastene to major cities in La Araucanía Region, with departures from the central plaza throughout the day.
The settlement houses approximately 2,600 residents, with most inhabitants maintaining their Italian heritage through language, customs, and agricultural practices.
Location: Lumaco
Inception: March 10, 1904
Elevation above the sea: 218 m
GPS coordinates: -38.19356,-72.99285
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:59
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