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General Pico

La Pampa, Argentina · South America

About General Pico

General Pico sits on the route: 40 minutes from Trenel.

General Pico is a town located in La Pampa, Argentina. With a population of 57,029, it is an important destination in South America.

On a road trip, General Pico sits in Argentina, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Argentina/Salta time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add General Pico to your route.

About General Pico

General Pico is a city located in the northeast of La Pampa Province, Argentina. It is located at 143 m (469 ft) above sea level and inside the region of the Pampas Plain. It has a surface area of 2,555 km2 (986 sq mi). The city was founded on November 11, 1905, by Eduardo de Chapeaurouge, The city is named after

Read more former La Pampa Province governor Eduardo de Chapeaurouge. With a population of 53,352 (2001 census [INDEC]) it is the second-largest city in the province after the provincial capital Santa Rosa, and it is the capital of the department of Maracó. The region is heavily agricultural, producing meat that is renowned around the world, and most of the grain consumed in the country. The crossing between the west and south railroads was a determinant point in the placing of this city, founded on November 11 by Eduardo Chapeaurouge. It is named after General Eduardo Gustavo Pico, who was governor of La Pampa Province for three consecutive periods (1891-1899). General Pico has a very important section dedicated to factories and what is known as a Zona Franca, a customs-free area where products can be imported and distributed to the rest of the country. The city has two basketball teams in the Argentine League: Pico Foot Ball Club and Independiente de Pico. It also has its own airport.

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Where is General Pico located?

General Pico is located in La Pampa, Argentina, South America. The coordinates are -35.6593 latitude, -63.7579 longitude.

What is the population of General Pico?

General Pico has a population of approximately 57,029 people, making it a town in Argentina.

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Quick Information

Population
57,029
Continent
South America
Country
Argentina
Region
La Pampa
Timezone
America/Argentina/Salta
Coordinates
-35.6593, -63.7579

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Argentina

Police
911
Ambulance
107
Fire
100
Driving side
right
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