Añatuya facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Añatuya
City
Añatuya
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Añatuya Location in Argentina
Country	Argentina
Province	Santiago del Estero
Department	General Taboada
Founded	July 5, 1912
Elevation	98 m (322 ft)
Population  (2010 census)
• Total	23,286
Time zone	UTC-3 (ART)
CPA base	G3760
Dialing code	+54 3844
Climate	BSh
Website	Official website: https://web.archive.org/web/20120719090940/http://www.mdea.com.ar/home.html

Añatuya is a city located in the province of Santiago del Estero, Argentina. It is home to about 23,286 people, according to the 2010 census. This city is the main town of the General Taboada Department. You can find Añatuya in the southeast part of the province, just east of the Salado River. It is about 150 kilometers (93 miles) away from the provincial capital, Santiago del Estero.

Añatuya is an important religious center. It is the main seat of the Catholic Diocese of Añatuya. The city is also famous for being the birthplace of some well-known people. These include Homero Manzi, a famous composer of tango music, and Gabriel Deck, a talented basketball player.

Famous Faces from Añatuya

Añatuya has been the home of several notable individuals. These people have made a mark in various fields.

Homero Manzi: Tango Legend

Homero Manzi was born in Añatuya. He became a very famous tango composer and lyricist. His songs are still loved and performed today. He helped shape the sound of Argentine tango.

Gabriel Deck: Basketball Star

Gabriel Deck is another well-known person from Añatuya. He is a professional basketball player. Deck has played for important teams both in Argentina and internationally. He is known for his strong performance on the court.

María Elisa Castro: A Politician

María Elisa Castro was born in Añatuya in 1954. She is a politician. Politicians are people who work in government. They help make decisions for the community.

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In Spanish: Añatuya para niños