Colonia Catriel , commonly referred to simply as Katriel ( Spanish: Catriel ), is a city and municipality in the General Rock department of the province of Rio Negro ( Argentina ).
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| Katriel | |
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| Spanish Catriel | |
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| A country |  Argentina |
| Provinces | Rio Negro |
| The Department | General Roca |
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| Telephone code | +54 0299 |
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History
The foundation date of the settlement is 1899. It was named after the who assisted the Argentine government.
The rapid development of the city began after oil production began in 1959 next to it. Currently, Katriel has the informal nickname "province oil capital".