Aguasay Municipality, Monagas facts for kids
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Aguasay Municipality
Municipio Aguasay
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Location in Monagas
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| Country |  Venezuela |
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| State | Monagas | ||
| Founded | 1987 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2,569.2 km2 (992.0 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 11,771 | ||
| • Density | 4.58158/km2 (11.8662/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−4 (VET) | ||
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Aguasay is one of the 13 municipalities in the state of Monagas, Venezuela. It is a special place known for its unique culture and natural environment.
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History of Aguasay
Aguasay became an important area in 1987. At that time, it was made a municipality within the old Maturín District. Later, on September 27, 1994, Aguasay officially separated from the Municipality of Maturín. This event created the independent Aguasay Autonomous Municipality.
Geography of Aguasay
Aguasay Municipality is located in the western part of the Monagas State. It shares its northern borders with the Ezequiel Zamora and Santa Bárbara municipalities.
Landscape and Climate
The land in Aguasay is mostly flat, like a large table. The area has a tropical dry forest type of plant life. The average temperature throughout the year is about 25.4°C (77.7°F). It also receives an average of 1,055 mm of rain each year.
Economy of Aguasay
A very important part of Aguasay's economy is oil. The extraction of oil in the municipality helps the local economy.
Culture of Aguasay
Aguasay is famous for its special fabric. This fabric is made from a plant called Curagua, which grows in the town. People use the fibers from this plant to create beautiful textiles.
Local Cuisine
One sweet treat that stands out in Aguasay is Moriche Ice Cream. It's a unique dessert that visitors and locals enjoy.
See Also
In Spanish: Municipio Aguasay para niños
