Angaco Department
Angaco is a department of the province of San Juan (Argentina). It is located in the center east of the province, especially in a desert landscape with mountains. Characterized by their remarkable wine production
Angaco Departamento Angaco | |
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.png) location of Departamento Angaco in San Juan Province | |
| Coordinates: 31°24′S 68°22′W | |
| Country | Argentina |
| Established | March 16, 1816 |
| Founded by | Salvador María del Carril |
| Seat | Villa El Salvador |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.865 km2 (0.720 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 7,570 |
| • Density | 4,100/km2 (11,000/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | angaquero/a |
| Postal Code | 5400 |
| IFAM | |
| Area Code | 0264 |
| Patron saint | Virgen del Carmen |
Toponymy
Angaco home means Araucanian water or streams that are at the foot of a hill.
References
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