Pan de Azúcar, Uruguay

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Pan de Azúcar
Pan de Azúcar (Uruguay)
Pan de Azúcar
Pan de Azúcar
Coordinates: 34°48′S 55°13′W / -34.8, -55.217
Country Uruguay
Department Maldonado Department
Founded 1874
Founder Félix de Lizarza
Elevation 79 m (259 ft)
Population (2004)
 - Total 6,969
Area code(s) 598 +0434

Pan de Azúcar is a city located to the West of the department of Maldonado, 23 km away from the capital city, Maldonado. Its population, as of 2004, is 6,969. It was founded in 1874 by Félix de Lizarza, who counted with the help of inhabitants from the city of San Carlos.

The city takes its name from a nearby hill, topped by a huge cross.

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