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Villa La Tapera
Lago verde.jpg
Region Aisén
Province Coihaique
Municipalidad Lago Verde
Comuna Lago Verde
Government
 • Type Municipalidad
Population
 (2002 census[1])
 • Total 265
Time zone UTC−04:00 (Chilean Standard)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−03:00 (Chilean Daylight)
Area code(s) Country + town = 56 + ?
Climate Cfb

Villa La Tapera is a small town in Chile. It is located in the Coihaique Province within the Aisén Region. This town is important because it serves as the main administrative center for the area known as Lago Verde.


What is Villa La Tapera?

Villa La Tapera is a caserío, which is a Spanish word for a very small village or hamlet. It's a quiet place where people live and work. Even though it's small, it plays a big role in its local area.

Location and Government

Villa La Tapera is part of the Aisén Region in southern Chile. This region is known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The town is also located in the Coihaique Province.

The Role of Lago Verde

Villa La Tapera is the administrative center of the Lago Verde commune. A commune is like a local government area. Being the administrative center means that important local decisions and services for the Lago Verde area are managed from Villa La Tapera.

Local Leadership

The leader of the local government, called the Alcade, is Gaspar Aldea Cadagan. The Alcade is similar to a mayor. They are in charge of running the town and making sure things work well for the people living there.

Population

According to a census from 2002, about 265 people live in Villa La Tapera. This shows it is a very small community.

Climate

The climate in Villa La Tapera is described as Cfb using the Köppen climate classification. This means it has a mild climate with no dry season. Summers are usually warm, and winters are not too cold.

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