Curanipe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Curanipe
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Plaza de Curanipe
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| Country | Chile |
| Region | Maule |
| Province | Cauquenes |
| Commune | Pelluhue |
| Named for | "Black stone" in Mapudungun |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 |
Curanipe is a small town located in the Maule Region of Chile. Its name comes from the Mapudungun language, meaning "plum tree that grows in the rock." It is part of the Pelluhue area in the Cauquenes Province.
Curanipe is a beautiful coastal town, well-known for its charm. In the past, especially during the mid-to-late 1800s, it was a popular and quiet spot for important families from the Cauquenes area. It was also a small but important port for the region. The town still has a special old-fashioned look, with buildings that remind people of Chile's colonial past.
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What is Curanipe?
Curanipe is a lovely town right by the ocean. It's a great place for people to visit and enjoy the beach. The town has a unique style of buildings that show what Chilean architecture was like a long time ago.
Important Buildings in Curanipe
One of the special buildings in Curanipe is the Santo Toribio parish church. This church is very old and has been kept in great condition. It sits high up, looking over the whole town.
Major Events in Curanipe's History
Curanipe has experienced some big natural events. On February 27, 2010, a very strong earthquake happened in the ocean not far from the town. This earthquake was very powerful, with a magnitude of 8.8. It shook the seafloor about 11 kilometers (7 miles) southwest of Curanipe.
See also
In Spanish: Curanipe para niños
