San Rafael de Velasco
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
San Rafael de Velasco is located in the Santa Cruz Department of Bolivia, serving as the seat of the San Rafael Municipality. It is historically significant as one of the Jesuit Missions of Chiquitos, founded in the 17th century. The mission was repeatedly rebuilt due to natural disasters and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990.
Statistics
Area
9,685.00 km²
Population
2,057