Ayutla de los Libres facts for kids
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Ayutla de los Libres
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Municipal seat and city
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 Ayutla de los Libres
Location in Guerrero
Ayutla de los Libres
Location in Mexico
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| Country | Mexico |
| State | Guerrero |
| Municipality | Ayutla de los Libres |
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| • Total | 15,370 |
Ayutla de los Libres is a city located in the state of Guerrero, in southern Mexico. It is the main city and administrative center of the municipality of Ayutla de los Libres. In 2010, about 15,370 people lived in the city. This means it's the most populated place in its municipality.
Ayutla de los Libres is famous in Mexican history. A very important event called the Plan of Ayutla was announced here on March 1, 1854. This plan helped start a big change in Mexico.
What's in a Name?
The name "Ayutla" comes from the Nahuatl word Ayotlan. This word means "near the place where there are many tortoises or turtles." So, the first part of the city's name tells us about its natural surroundings long ago.
The second part, "de los Libres," means "of the Free." This part was added after 1854. It celebrates the city's role in the Ayutla Revolution. This revolution began right here on March 1, 1854, and led to the important Ayutla Plan.
A Place of Freedom: The Ayutla Revolution
The Ayutla Revolution was a major event in Mexico's history. It started in Ayutla de los Libres in 1854. This movement aimed to remove the president at the time, Antonio López de Santa Anna. Many people were unhappy with his rule.
The Plan of Ayutla
On March 1, 1854, a document called the Plan of Ayutla was announced in the city. This plan was like a declaration. It called for a new government and a new constitution for Mexico. It was a big step towards making Mexico a more democratic country. The revolution that followed the plan eventually succeeded. This is why "de los Libres" was added to the city's name, celebrating its role in bringing freedom.
See also
In Spanish: Ayutla de los Libres para niños
