Puerto Pirihueico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Puerto Pirihueico
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| Region | Los Ríos |
| Province | Valdivia |
| Municipalidad | Panguipulli |
| Comuna | Panguipulli |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipalidad |
| Population
(2002 census[1])
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| • Total | 13 |
| Time zone | UTC−04:00 (Chilean Standard) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−03:00 (Chilean Daylight) |
| Area code(s) | Country + town = 56 + 63 |
Puerto Pirihueico (also called Pirehueico) is a small village in Chile. It is located in the Los Ríos Region, within the Panguipulli area. This village is special because it sits right on the eastern edge of Pirihueico Lake.
Puerto Pirihueico is a key spot for travel. It is part of the 203-CH route, which leads to the Huahum Pass and into Argentina. The village is also a ferry terminal. A ferry crosses Pirihueico Lake, connecting Puerto Pirihueico to Puerto Fuy. This makes it an important link for people and goods moving through the region.
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Where is Puerto Pirihueico Located?
Puerto Pirihueico is in the Los Ríos Region of Chile. This region is known for its beautiful lakes and mountains. The village is part of the Valdivia Province and the Panguipulli commune.
How People Govern the Area
The local government for Puerto Pirihueico is called a Municipalidad. The main leader of this area is an Alcade, which is like a mayor. The current Alcade is René Aravena Riffo. This system helps manage the village and the surrounding areas.
What is the Population of Puerto Pirihueico?
According to a census from 2002, only 13 people lived in Puerto Pirihueico. This shows it is a very small and quiet community. Its small size adds to its charm and natural beauty.
How the Land Was Formed
The ground where Puerto Pirihueico is built has a special history. It sits on layers of earth that formed during the Holocene period. This is the most recent geological time, which started about 11,700 years ago. The village is also located near the Reigolil-Pirihueico Fault. This is a natural crack in the Earth's crust.
