Yumbel, Administrative center in Bío Bío province, Chile
Yumbel is a city and administrative center in Bío Bío province, located in central Chile. It serves as the municipal hub for the surrounding commune and its resident population.
The city began when Governor Alonso de Sotomayor founded a fort in 1585, which gradually became a settlement. A major earthquake in 1835 destroyed much of it, but reconstruction led to its official recognition as a city in 1871.
The community celebrates traditional events throughout the year, with a population density of 28 residents per square kilometer maintaining local customs.
As the administrative center of the commune, the city provides basic services to visitors and residents. You can walk through the downtown area and reach main public facilities easily.
An earthquake in 1835 led to the complete reconstruction of Yumbel, resulting in its official designation as a city in 1871.
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