Lascano

Lascano is an agricultural town in Rocha Department, situated at 46 meters elevation where Routes 14 and 15 intersect, surrounded by rice fields and wetlands. The landscape is shaped by these farmlands, which form the backbone of the local economy.

The settlement was established in 1876 through an unusual naming process that reflected administrative decisions more than actual land ownership. This shows how early place names in the region often had practical roots rather than reflecting proportional stakes.

The town is deeply tied to rice farming, with two major processing plants shaping how people here work and live. These facilities are woven into daily life and define the rhythm of the community.

The town sits roughly 260 kilometers south of Montevideo and can be accessed through regional routes that connect to nearby areas like Jose Pedro Varela and Treinta y Tres. This accessibility makes it easy to explore surrounding communities from here.

The Cebollatí River sits about 13 kilometers away and marks the natural border with a neighboring department while feeding the regional water system. This river often goes unnoticed by visitors but quietly sustains the farming in the area.

Location: Rocha Department

Inception: 1876

Elevation above the sea: 46 m

GPS coordinates: -33.67306,-54.20778

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26