Embalse, Lakeside municipality in Calamuchita Department, Argentina
Embalse is a municipality that stretches along the shores of a large lake in the Calamuchita Valley, situated at about 623 meters elevation. The town spreads across relatively flat terrain surrounded by forested hills, connecting residential areas with local services and public spaces.
The municipality was established in 1911 and grew from a small settlement into an important administrative center in Córdoba Province. Its development was supported by its strategic location on the lake and proximity to other valley towns.
The annual Vuelta a la Sierrita cycling competition brings together 1,500 participants through the streets and surrounding areas of Embalse.
Visitors will find basic amenities like shops, restaurants, and public squares distributed throughout the municipality. Most places are accessible on foot or by car, with local information points available to help with questions.
A nuclear power plant is operated nearby, one of only two active facilities of its kind in the country, giving the region economic significance. This facility shapes local development and draws skilled workers to the area.
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