Pudahuel, Administrative commune in Santiago province, Chile.
Pudahuel extends across 197 square kilometers at an elevation of 469 meters, incorporating residential neighborhoods and the international airport of Santiago.
The establishment of Pudahuel as a commune occurred on February 25, 1897, marking the beginning of its administrative role in the Santiago Metropolitan Region.
The name originates from Mapudungun language, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the area with a meaning that refers to gathering places near water.
The commune contains the Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport, which functions as the main aviation hub for the entire Santiago metropolitan area.
According to 2017 census data, Pudahuel experienced an 18 percent population increase over 15 years, reaching 240,819 residents.
Location: Santiago province
Inception: February 25, 1897
Elevation above the sea: 469 m
Website: http://mpudahuel.cl/sitio
GPS coordinates: -33.43333,-70.71667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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