Tucapel, Commune in Bío Bío province, Chile.
The commune of Tucapel extends across 914.9 square kilometers at an elevation of 331 meters in the Mediterranean climate zone of central Chile.
The Spanish fortress of San Diego de Alcalá de Tucapel, established in 1552 by Pedro de Valdivia, marked the initial European settlement in this region.
The name Tucapel originates from the Mapuche people who controlled the territory between the Lebu and Lleulleu Rivers during the Arauco War period.
The administrative center moved from Tucapel to Huépil in 1967, which now serves as the capital of the commune with municipal offices at Diego Portales street.
The Battle of Tucapel in 1553 resulted in the destruction of the original fortress and the defeat of Pedro de Valdivia by Mapuche forces led by Lautaro.
Location: Bío Bío province
Capital city: Huépil
Elevation above the sea: 331 m
Website: http://www.municipalidadtucapel.cl
Website: http://municipalidadtucapel.cl
GPS coordinates: -37.28333,-71.95000
Latest update: March 26, 2025 05:34
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