Río Gallegos, Provincial capital in southern Patagonia, Argentina
Rio Gallegos sits on the Gallegos River estuary, 65 kilometers north of the Strait of Magellan, functioning as a regional administrative center.
The settlement was established in 1885 by Ramon Lista to strengthen Argentine control over southern Patagonia, becoming the Territory of Santa Cruz capital in 1888.
The Pioneer Museum exhibits regional artifacts from the late 19th century, while the Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli displays local artworks with free admission.
The city connects to Buenos Aires through regular flights and Highway 3, with a bus terminal located 3 kilometers from the center.
Local prehistoric cave paintings near Rio Gallegos share similarities with the ancient art found in Dordogne, France.
Location: Güer Aike Department
Inception: March 4, 1873
Elevation above the sea: 6 m
Website: http://mrg.gov.ar
GPS coordinates: -51.62324,-69.21590
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:18
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