Rivadavia, Mendoza

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Cities and towns in Argentina Rivadavia Province Mendoza Department Rivadavia Location 33°11′ S 68°28′ W Elevation 659 m AMSL Population 52,567 Phone code +54 2623 CPA base M5577

Rivadavia is a city in the center-north of the province of Mendoza, Argentina. It has 52,567 inhabitants as per the 2001 census [INDEC], and is the head town of the Rivadavia Department. The city lies on the north bank of the Tunuyán River, downstream from the reservoir of the El Carrizal Dam, which is one of its tourist attractions.

[edit] References

• Municipality of Rivadavia official website.
• Municipal information: Municipal Affairs Federal Institute (IFAM), Municipal Affairs Secretariat, Ministry of Interior, Argentina.