tarija
tarija Lexical Profile
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A major city in southern Bolivia, acting as the capital of the Tarija Department, renowned for its temperate climate, colonial architecture, and surrounding vineyards that produce much of the country's wine.
A department (administrative subdivision) located in southern Bolivia, bordering Argentina and Paraguay, economically significant for its large natural gas reserves and agricultural production.
"The economy of Tarija is heavily supported by the exportation of natural gas to neighboring Argentina and Brazil."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the original name 'Tarixa', believed to be named after Francisco de Tarija, an Andalusian explorer reputed to have visited the valley, though some historians suggest it may originate from a local indigenous term.
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