Central Valley of Tarija
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Central Valley of Tarija (Spanish: valle central de Tarija) is a wide interandean valley and wine region in southern Bolivia. It is located in the Tarija Department in which, with its approximate surface of 1,849 km², makes up 5.5% of the surface area of the department.[1] Representa el 5.5. % del territorio Departamental.. It is named after the city of Tarija that lies in the valley. The valley holds about 80% of the wine and singani grapes planted in Bolivia, seconded by Cinti Valley with 15%.[2] The bioclimate of the area has been described as one of montane subhumid forests.[2] The elevation of the valley ranges from 1600 to over 2300 m a.s.l.[2]
Muscat of Alexandria is the oldest variety planted in the valley.[2]
The main heritage found in the valley has been identified as of 2021 as; paleontological resources, rock art, archaeological stone remains, natural heritage sites, architectural and urban heritage, wine-related architecture and cultural landscapes, historical heritage sites.[3]