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General
Alvear Department
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*General Information
*Tourist Attraction
*Celebrations and Events
*History review
*Distances
*Flora and Fauna
*Hydrography
*Museums
General Information:
Surface……………....14.448 km2
Population………….…44.147 inhabitants
Density……………….. 3.10 inhab/km2
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The Department of General Alvear is located southeast of the
province of Mendoza, Argentina, 320 kilometres from the capital
city of Mendoza.
It is bordered on the south by the province of La Pampa, on the
east by the province of San Luis and on the north and west by
the Department of San Rafael.
The Department of General Alvear is divided into three districts:
City, Bowen and San Pedro del Atuel.
 Topographically is a vast plain with characteristics similar to
the prairies. Its economy is based primarily in the cultivation
of fodder, fruit trees and vines; in the beekeeping, and in the
breeding of cattle. In honor of the latter there is the "National
Feast of the Animal Husbandry of the Arid Zones" recognized in
the Guinness book for its barbecued ribs.
There are several tourist circuits, to admire the natural beauty,
the processing and tasting of their production, or the cuisine
of the department.
Tourist Attractions:
General Alvear has become an important source for tourism and it
offers a great variety of activities: hiking, canoeing, mountain
biking, camping and other options for nature lovers. The
numerous farms, estates and natural sites of the Department
invite visitors to enjoy a wonderful rustic atmosphere. Other
good options are the Department festivals and the wine tourism.
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