Ovalle, Agricultural and wine region capital in Limari Province, Chile
Located at 215 meters elevation, Ovalle extends across the Limari Valley with numerous vineyards, orchards, and agricultural fields surrounding the urban center.
The city was established in 1831 and named after Jose Tomas Ovalle, who served as vice-president of Chile during that period.
The local population maintains agricultural traditions through markets, festivals, and activities centered around wine production and fruit cultivation.
Ovalle connects to Santiago through La Florida Airport, situated 76 kilometers away, while local transportation serves the surrounding agricultural communities.
The city features a trail system leading to locations containing dinosaur fossils and includes a full-scale model of a brachiosaurus.
Location: commune of Ovalle
Inception: 1831
Elevation above the sea: 215 m
Website: http://municipalidaddeovalle.cl
GPS coordinates: -30.60310,-71.20300
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:02
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