Penco, Coastal commune in Concepción Province, Chile.
Penco spans across 107 square kilometers along the Bay of Concepción, featuring residential neighborhoods and maritime facilities at 115 meters elevation.
Founded in February 1550 by Pedro de Valdivia under the name Concepción del Nuevo Extremo, Penco stands as Chile's third oldest established city.
The name Penco derives from Mapudungun indigenous language, reflecting the deep connection between Spanish colonizers and native Mapuche inhabitants in this region.
The municipal administration of Penco oversees several villages including Cerro Verde, Cosmito, El Rosal, Lirquén, and Tucapel within its jurisdiction.
The original settlement experienced multiple relocations due to earthquakes and tsunamis before establishing its current position on the Pacific coast.
Location: Concepción Province
Inception: 1550
Elevation above the sea: 115 m
Shares border with: Concepción
Website: http://penco.cl
GPS coordinates: -36.73333,-72.98333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:08
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