Angaco Department
Angaco
Departamento Angaco | |
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location of Departamento Angaco in San Juan Province | |
| Coordinates: 31°24′S 68°22′W / 31.400°S 68.367°W | |
| Country | Argentina |
| Established | March 16, 1816 |
| Founded by | Salvador María del Carril |
| Seat | Villa del Salvador |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.865 km2 (0.720 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• Total | 7,570 |
| • Density | 4,100/km2 (11,000/sq mi) |
| Demonym | angaquero/a |
| Postal Code | 5400 |
| IFAM | |
| Area Code | 0264 |
| Patron saint | Virgen del Carmen |
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Angaco is a department of the province of San Juan, Argentina. It is located in the center east of the province, especially in a desert landscape with mountains. Characterized by their remarkable wine production.
In November 2023, the Chinese mining company Hua Lian Mining announced the exploration of lithium in the San Juan province, specifically in an area that includes Angaco and Mogna.