Talara, city in northwestern Peru, in Piura Department, a port on the Pacific Ocean and an oasis in the dry coastal region. One of the most important ports of the country, the city is the center of the Peruvian oil industry. Population (1990 estimate) 89,500.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001 http://encarta.msn.com © 1997-2001 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Talara Information info
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