Copiapó
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Copiapó is a Chilean town in Region of Atacama. It was founded in December 8, 1744. It is also the capital of Region of Atacama and Province of Copiapó.
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Copiapó | |
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Coordinates: 27°21′59″S 70°19′59″W | |
Country | Chile |
Region | Atacama |
Province | Copiapó |
Founded | December 8, 1744 |
Founded by | José Antonio Manso de Velasco |
Government | |
• Type | Municipality |
• Alcalde | Maglio Cicardini |
Area | |
• Total | 16,681.3 km2 (6,440.7 sq mi) |
Elevation | 391 m (1,283 ft) |
Population (2010 (est))[3] | |
• Total | 200,000 |
• Density | 12/km2 (31/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC−4 (CLT) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC−3 (CLST) |
Area code | country + city = 56 + 52 |
Website | Municipality of Copiapó |
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