Historical Events tagged with "tandil"

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Cultural Traditions

The Collapse of the Moving Stone in Tandil

February 29th, 1912 113 years ago

The Piedra Movediza, a famous rock in Tandil, Argentina, known for its precarious balance and attraction to visitors, fell from its position and shattered on the ground. This natural curiosity had become a symbol of the region, drawing crowds who marveled at its unique ability to appear as if it were perpetually on the verge of toppling. The event occurred unexpectedly, leaving locals and tourists surprised and saddened by the loss of this geological marvel.

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