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Street in Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina, South America
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Street in Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina, South America
Villa General Mitre, a location associated with Dr Nicasio Salas Orono, in Calle General (street), Las Heras (The Heroes), Mendoza province, western Argentina, South America. Date: circa 1910
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Argentina Calle Dirt Doctor Heroes Latin Mendoza Mitre Pantiles Premises Salas Villa
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of a bygone era in the picturesque town of Las Heras, located in the Mendoza province of western Argentina, South America. Circa 1910, the scene unfolds on Calle General, also known as The Heroes, in the heart of Villa General Mitre. The photograph is particularly associated with Dr. Nicasio Salas Orono, a respected medical professional of the time, whose premises can be seen on the left-hand side of the image. The street is lined with large, sturdy buildings, their pantiles roofs a common feature of the architecture in this region. Dirt roads wind between the structures, leading to the distant trees that line the horizon. The trees, with their full canopies, provide a stark contrast to the bare, earthy tones of the buildings and the road. Villa General Mitre, named after the Argentine military leader, General Mitre, was an important agricultural center in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The town's proximity to the Andes Mountains and the Mendoza River made it an ideal location for vineyards and fruit cultivation. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the town's residents during this period, providing a window into the history and culture of Argentina's rich past.
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