Tacuarembó Department

Tacuarembó Department extends over 15,438 square kilometers, making it the largest administrative division in Uruguay, with borders along Rivera Department and Río Negro.

The department emerged from the territorial division of Paysandú in 1837, incorporating the area that later separated to form Rivera Department in 1884.

The region maintains strong connections to Gaucho traditions and cattle ranching, with numerous festivals celebrating these aspects throughout the year.

The department operates with distinct postal codes, from 45000 for the capital city to 45200 for San Gregorio De Polanco, facilitating mail distribution.

The Rincón del Bonete Reservoir, situated along the southern border, spans 10,000 square kilometers, representing South America's largest artificial water body.

Inception: June 16, 1837

Capital city: Tacuarembó

Elevation above the sea: 113 m

Part of: South America Midwest Integrated Zone

Shares border with: Rivera Department, Durazno Department, Salto Department, Río Negro Department, Paysandú Department, Cerro Largo Department

Website: https://tacuarembo.gub.uy

GPS coordinates: -32.11472,-55.75556

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07