Villa Tulumaya facts for kids
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Villa Tulumaya
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 Villa Tulumaya
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Mendoza |
| Department | Lavalle |
| Elevation | 621 m (2,037 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 7,005 |
| Demonym(s) | tulumayense |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
M5,664
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| Dialing code | +54 261 |
| Climate | BWk |
Villa Tulumaya is a town located in Mendoza Province, Argentina. It serves as the main town for the Lavalle Department.
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Discovering Villa Tulumaya
Villa Tulumaya is a small but important town in Argentina. It is known for being the main center of the Lavalle Department. This means it's where many important local activities happen.
A Look at Its History
The town of Villa Tulumaya was officially founded on October 20, 1853. This makes it a place with a long history. Over the years, it has grown into the community it is today.
Where is Villa Tulumaya?
Villa Tulumaya is located in the western part of Argentina. It is part of the Mendoza Province. The town sits at an elevation of about 621 meters (2,037 feet) above sea level. It has a dry climate, similar to a cold desert.
People and Daily Life
Around 7,000 people live in Villa Tulumaya. People who come from Villa Tulumaya are called "tulumayense." The town uses the Argentine Time Zone, which is UTC-3. This means it is three hours behind Coordinated Universal Time.
