Piedra del Águila facts for kids
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Piedra del Águila
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City and Municipality
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 Piedra del Águila
Location in Neuquén Province
Piedra del Águila
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Neuquén |
| Department | Collón Curá Department |
| Founded | April 8, 1897 |
| Elevation | 491 m (1,611 ft) |
| Population
(2010 census [INDEC])
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| • Total | 3,689 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
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Q 8315
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| Area code(s) | +54 02942 |
| Website | Csb |
Piedra del Águila is a town in Argentina. Its name means "Stone of the Eagle" in English. It is the main town in the Collón Curá Department, located in Neuquén Province. The town was officially founded on April 8, 1897.
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About Piedra del Águila
Piedra del Águila is located in Argentina, a country in South America. It is part of the Neuquén Province. The town is about 211 kilometers (131 miles) away from Neuquén City. Neuquén City is the capital of the province.
The town is near the Limay River. This river is an important natural feature of the area. The landscape around Piedra del Águila includes hills and flat areas called mesas. There are also small mountain ranges with lakes and interesting stone shapes. The plants in this area are mostly small bushes.
Why the Name "Stone of the Eagle"?
The name Piedra del Águila has a special meaning. According to a historian named Gregorio Alvarez, the town got its name because eagles used to build their nests in this area. So, "Stone of the Eagle" refers to the places where these birds made their homes.
What to Do in Piedra del Águila
Fishing Adventures
One of the most popular things to do in Piedra del Águila is fishing. The Limay River is a great spot for this activity. Many people come here to catch different types of fish. The most common fish you can find are brown trout, perch, and rainbow trout. Fishing is a big part of the town's tourism.
The Musical Road
In 2021, Piedra del Águila got a special new attraction. It is a musical road! This road was built to bring more visitors to the area. It also helps make driving safer. A small part of National Route 237 plays music. When you drive on the side of this road, it plays the first ten notes of the song "La Cucaracha". It's a fun and unique experience for drivers.
See also
In Spanish: Piedra del Águila para niños
