Villa Regina

Villa Regina is a city in the department of General Roca, Río Negro in the southwestern Argentina. It is one of the most important cities in the valley of the Río Negro.

History

The city was founded in 1924. The first inhabitants were Italian immigrants.

Economy

The basis of the urban economy is the cultivation of apples and pears.

Population

According to estimates by the INDEC, the population increased from 24,472 inhabitants ( 1991) to 27,516 inhabitants in 2001.

Traffic

The most important trade of the city is the Ruta Nacional 22

Attractions

The most prominent landmark is the monument Indio Comahue north of the city.