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La Quiaca, Border municipality in Yavi Department, Argentina.

La Quiaca stands at 3,442 meters above sea level, positioned on the southern bank of La Quiaca River across from Villazón, Bolivia.

The municipality developed into a vital commerce center due to its position along international trade routes connecting Argentina with Bolivia through railway networks.

The local population maintains traditions through markets, festivals, and celebrations that display the combined heritage of Argentine and Bolivian communities.

The municipality offers basic services including water, electricity, internet access, and transportation connections through National Route 9 and a regional airport.

This northern Argentina settlement experiences approximately 3,410 hours of sunshine annually and shares antipodal coordinates with Hong Kong.

Location: Yavi Department

Elevation above the sea: 3,442 m

Part of: Potosí Department

GPS coordinates: -22.10556,-65.60000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50

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