The Town of Traiguén

In the heart of the Araucanía Territory, or Chile’s IX Region, is located the city of Traiguén, which means “Water fall” in Mapuche’s tongue. This place is close to the well-known city of Temuco, and the total population is more than 70% Mapuche’s origin. The history of Traiguén belongs to the landmark “La Frontera”, which became a part of the State of Chile at the end of the 19th century, as did many other cities of the Araucanian Territory.

Traiguén was built as a military fort, at the time the Chilean Army took place in this zone to impose power over and submission from its people. The community of Traiguén was historically nicknamed “El Granero de Chile” (Chilean’s Grain) due to the massive production of wheat registered at the end of the 19th century and at the beginnings of the 20th century.

This zone became acknowledged worldwide for the unique production of valuable wood, and the local industry had developed precious works of art in the furniture industry.