Talca is a city located in the central zone of Chile, about 250 km south of Santiago.
It is located in the central valley of Chile, surrounded by mountains and hills.
It is the capital of the Maule region and has a population of around 250,000 inhabitants.
The city is in a strategic position, as it is an important communication and transport center in the region, with highways and railways connecting the north and south of the country.