Loncopué
| Loncopué | |
|---|---|
  Loncopué Location in Argentina | |
| Coordinates: 38°04′S 70°37′W / 38.067°S 70.617°WCoordinates: 38°04′S 70°37′W / 38.067°S 70.617°W | |
| Country |
 Argentina |
| Province | Neuquén Province |
| Department | Loncopué Department |
| Founded | October 20, 1915 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Walter Fonseca |
| Elevation | 935 m (3,068 ft) |
| Population (2001 census [INDEC]) | |
| • Total | 4,266 |
| CPA Base | Q8349 |
| Area code(s) | +54 02948 |
| Climate | Csb |
| Website | www.alumine.gov.ar |
Loncopué (Spanish pronunciation: [loŋkoˈpwe]) is a second category municipality and capital of the Loncopué Department located in the Neuquén Province, Argentina.
History
Loncopué was established on October 20, 1915.
Economy
The major economic activities are animal husbandry of goats and sheep, and tourism.
References
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