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The Huascar

At the naval base in Talcahuano, the Huascar is a ship that was captured from the Peruvian navy in a war in the late 1800's.It is a symbol of Chilean national pride and is the oldest floating historical relic in the world.Visit the museum to learn more.

Biobio River

Is the second largest river in Chile.It originates from Icalma and Galletue lakes in the Andes and flows 380 km to the Gulf of Arauco on the Pacific Ocean.The major tributaries of the river are the Malleco and the Laja.The river is Chile's second-longest river (the longest being Loa River) and Biobio basin is Chile's third largest watershed,after Loa and Baker basins.The river is also the widest river in Chile,with an average width of 1 km.In the Metropolitan area of Concepcion, the river is crossed by four bridges Biobio Railroad Bridge (1889), Biobio Bridge (1942), Juan Pablo II Bridge (1973) and Llacolen Bridge (2000).

Plaza de Armas

Is the name for the main square in many Latin American cities.In Mexico this space is known as El Zocalo,and in Central America as Parque Central (Central Park).While some large cities have both a Plaza de Armas and a Plaza Mayor,in most cities those are two names for the same place.

University of Concepcion

Also known for its acronym Udec,is one of the most prestigious universities in Chile.It is the third oldest university in the country,and it is part of the Council of Rectors.It was the first University founded in the South of Chile,and the first to become a private-law corporation.In addition,it belongs to the Southern Cross University Network.

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