Alvarado, Veracruz facts for kids
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Alvarado
Ilustre, Heroica y Generosa Ciudad y Puerto de Alvarado
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| Illustrious, Heroic, and Generous City and Port of Alvarado | ||
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Statue at the Municipal Plaza
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| Nickname(s):
La Perla del Sotavento
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 Alvarado
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State | Veracruz | |
| Region | Papaloapan | |
| Municipality | Alvarado | |
| Founded | 1518 (as San Cristóbal de Alvarado) | |
| Town status | 1816 | |
| City status | 1878 | |
| Founded by | Pedro de Alvarado | |
| Boroughs |
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21 de Abril
Alvarado Centro El Pescador Escolleras Infonavit La Fuente La Trocha Las Aneas Loma del Chile Lomas del Rosario Los Aguacates Los Carriles Los Framboyanes Luz del Carmen Magisterial Marigalante Pantanal Paso Nacional Valente Cruz Villas Alvarado Vista Hermosa |
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| • Type | Municipal Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 840.63 km2 (324.57 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 22,330 | |
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| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| Postal code |
95250, 95270, 95272, 95274 to 95278
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| Area code(s) | 297 | |
| HDI (2002) | 0.77987 (medium) | |
| Climate | Aw | |
| Website | alvarado.gob.mx | |
Alvarado is a city and port located in the Mexican state of Veracruz. Its full official name is Illustrious, Heroic, and Generous City and Port of Alvarado. The city is also the main town for the larger area, or municipality, that shares its name.
Alvarado is about 64 kilometers (40 miles) from the city of Veracruz, Veracruz. It sits at an elevation of 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level. The city is near the Gulf of Mexico to the east.
In 2000, about 22,608 people lived in Alvarado. The total area of Alvarado is around 840 square kilometers (324 square miles).
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History of Alvarado
Alvarado has a long and interesting history, dating back to the 16th century.
Early Beginnings
The city was founded in 1518. A Spanish explorer named Pedro de Alvarado arrived in an area called Atlizintla that year. This is how the city got its name.
Becoming a Port
Later, in 1563, a man named Juan de Sahagún built a port here. This port helped supply the larger Port of Veracruz. Over time, the area became known as San Cristóbal de Alvarado.
Town and City Status
Alvarado officially became a town in 1816. Many years later, in 1878, it was given the status of a city.
What Alvarado Produces
The economy of Alvarado mainly relies on its natural resources.
Fishing and Farming
Because it's a port city, fishing is a very important activity here. Many people also work in farming.
Main Crops
The land around Alvarado is good for growing certain crops. The main products from this region include coffee, different kinds of fruits, and sugar cane.
See also
In Spanish: Alvarado (Veracruz) para niños
