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Valle Edén
Hamlet
Train station at Valle Edén
Train station at Valle Edén
Valle Edén is located in Uruguay
Valle Edén
Valle Edén
Location in Uruguay
Country  Uruguay
Department Tacuarembó Department
Time zone UTC -3

Valle Edén is a small village, also known as a hamlet, located in a beautiful valley in the Tacuarembó Department of Uruguay. It's a quiet place with a rich history and some interesting landmarks.

Where is Valle Edén Located?

Valle Edén is found along the railroad tracks that connect Montevideo, Tacuarembó, and Rivera. It is about 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) southwest of the city of Tacuarembó. The village is also close to Route 26, making it fairly easy to reach. The nearest town is Tambores, which is about 16 kilometers (10 miles) away by road.

Exploring Valle Edén's Landmarks

Even though Valle Edén is a small hamlet, it has several important buildings and places. These landmarks help tell the story of the village and its people.

Train Station and Public Services

The village has its own train station, which was once a very important part of life here. Trains helped people travel and goods move across the country. Valle Edén also has a police station, which helps keep everyone safe. There is also a local school, called Escuela 23, where the children of the village learn and grow.

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View of Valle Edén

The Carlos Gardel Museum

One of the most famous landmarks in Valle Edén is the Museo Carlos Gardel. This museum is dedicated to Carlos Gardel, a very famous tango singer, songwriter, and actor. He is known around the world for his amazing music.

Many people in Uruguay believe that Carlos Gardel was born right here in Valle Edén. However, most experts and historians agree that he was actually born in Toulouse, France. Despite this, the museum in Valle Edén celebrates his life and his connection to Uruguay. It's a great place to learn about tango music and this legendary artist.

More to Explore

If you want to learn more about Valle Edén in Spanish, you can visit this page: Valle Edén para niños.

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