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Quintero, Port city in Valparaiso Province, Chile

The coastal commune of Quintero extends over 147 square kilometers along the Pacific Ocean, featuring industrial facilities and residential neighborhoods.

Spanish navigator Alonso Quintero discovered the bay in 1536, establishing the location as the first port in Chile during Diego de Almagro's expedition.

The municipal council maintains local traditions through regular community events, connecting residents with their maritime and industrial heritage.

The commune experiences Mediterranean weather patterns with temperatures ranging from 14 degrees Celsius in July to 20 degrees Celsius in January.

The Industrial Park Quintero-Puchuncaví contains multiple oil, gas, and copper processing facilities that shape the regional economic landscape.

Location: Valparaíso Province

Inception: 1865

Elevation above the sea: 54 m

Website: http://muniquintero.cl

GPS coordinates: -32.78333,-71.53333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:57

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