Maipú

Maipú is a commune in the in the in , forming part of the Greater Santiago conurbation. It was founded on 16 February 1821 and is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Maipú, where Chile's independence was consolidated.

Places of Interest

Highlights: Cementerio Católico de Maipú and Votive Temple of Maipú.

Cemetery
is a cemetery, which is situated 4 km east of Maipú.

Church
The or Basilica of Our Lady… is situated 4½ km east of Maipú.

Museum
is a museum, which is situated 4½ km east of Maipú.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Ciudad Satélite Maipú.

Quarter
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is a quarter, which is situated 7 km south of Maipú.

Maipú

Latitude
-33.5066° or 33° 30′ 24″ south
Longitude
-70.8123° or 70° 48′ 44″ west
Elevation
450 metres (1,476 feet)
Open location code
47RFF5VQ+93
Geo­Names ID
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Localities in the Area

Places to explore: La Farfana and Padre Hurtado.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Puntilla de Las Rosas and Cerro Chico.

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