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It was installed by the Tomás Alva Edison Company in 1897 and was the first power plant in Chile and South America. The machinery and the building are kept in perfect condition; a guide with costumes from that era tells you about the history and operation of this hydroelectric plant. a 6 hectare tourist complex surrounded by waterfalls and native forests, with trails and meadows. It has Pools, Turkish Baths, Soccer Fields, Volleyball, Pool Tables, Ping Pong, Taca Tacas and Chess. A large event room for 800 people.





9 km south of Lota



Concepcion is located 510 km south of Santiago, 399 km from Chillán and 127 km. from the city of Los Angeles. It can be reached:



By plane

Daily flights depart from Santiago at the Arturo Merino Benítez Airport. The duration of the flight is 1 hour.



By car

It can be reached from Chillán to the southwest by Route 5 South, it is 15 km., And then to the west by Route 152. In total there are 112 km. on asphalt road.



It can be reached from Los Angeles to the north by Route 5 south to the town of Cabrero and from there to the northwest. In total there are 130 km. on asphalt road.



By bus

Buses leave every 1 hour from the main terminals in Santiago, the trip takes 6 hours. From regions there are daily departures, you should check with the respective road terminals.



Currently there is a campsite that offers various amenities, also, there is a restaurant and walking trails.

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