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| Aragua River | |
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| Country | Venezuela |
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• location | Lake Valencia |
| Length | 58 km (36 mi) |
The Aragua River is a South America river in Aragua State, Venezuela. The river flows from the northern part of the state into the endorheic Lake Valencia, and is the lake's main tributary. [1]
The Aragua River irrigates a vast valley, enriching it with fertile deposits that make its soil one of the most fertile in the country.[ citation needed ] Sugarcane is the chief produce of the region, and potatoes have yielded high commercial returns. The valley is also known for crops like cacao, coffee, cotton, corn, rice, and tobacco. [2]
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10°10′24″N67°36′17″W / 10.17333°N 67.60472°W
