Aldao, Santa Fe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aldao
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Aldao in 2010
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 Aldao
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Santa Fe |
| Department | San Lorenzo |
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| • Total | 727 |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
S2214
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| Dialing code | +54 3476 |
Aldao is a small town, also known as a comuna, in the province of Santa Fe, Argentina. It is located about 343 kilometers (213 miles) northwest of Buenos Aires. The town is also 139 kilometers (86 miles) from the city of Santa Fe and 39 kilometers (24 miles) from Rosario.
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History of Aldao
Who Lived Here First?
Long ago, the first people to live in this area were the "Chaná-Timbúes." They were native groups of the Americas.
Early Missions and Convents
In the 1700s, a religious group called the Jesuits started a mission here. It was named "San Miguel." Later, in 1780, another religious group, the Franciscans, took over. They built a convent called "San Carlos." This convent later moved to a nearby town called San Lorenzo in 1796.
How Aldao Became a Town
Towards the end of the 1800s, two important people, Don Camilo Aldao and Don José María Cullen, helped bring new people to the area. Many of these new settlers were Italians, especially from a region called Molise. The first homes in Aldao were built in 1886. By the end of that year, a train station was also built.
In 1905, an Italian immigrant named Don Gerónimo Lagomarsino bought all the land from the Aldao and Cullen families. He decided to create a proper town. He planned the streets and set aside land for a school and a public square. This is how Aldao officially began to take shape!
Population of Aldao
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2010 census, Aldao has 727 inhabitants. This number shows that the town is growing! In 2001, there were 601 people, so the population increased by 21%.
Education in Aldao
Local School
Aldao has one primary school. It is called Provincial School No. 6019 "Convento San Carlos." This school was founded on May 3, 1907. Its creation was thanks to the efforts of Gerónimo Lagomarsino, who helped plan the town.
Institutions in Aldao
Community Life
The town of Aldao has several important places and groups that help the community.
- Aldao Social Club: This club was started on February 28, 1924. It is well-known in the region for its special leather barbecue dinners.
- San Jerónimo Church: This is the local church where people can gather for religious services.
- Amistad Retiree Center: This center provides a place for retired people to meet and socialize.
- Bartolomé Mitre Public Library: This library is open to everyone in the community. It offers books and resources for learning and reading.
