Billinghurst facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Billinghurst
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 Billinghurst
Location in Greater Buenos Aires
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Buenos Aires |
| Partido | General San Martín |
| Elevation | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Population
(2001 census [INDEC])
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| • Total | 19,138 |
| CPA Base |
B 1650
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| Area code(s) | +54 11 |
Billinghurst is a town located in the General San Martín Partido area of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It's part of the larger Greater Buenos Aires urban area, which is like a big group of cities and towns connected together.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Billinghurst
The town of Billinghurst gets its name from an important person named Mariano Billinghurst. He was born in Argentina between 1810 and 1892. Mariano Billinghurst was a businessman with English family roots.
How Mariano Billinghurst Helped Argentina
Mariano Billinghurst was very involved in building railways in Buenos Aires and the surrounding province. Railways were super important back then for moving goods and people. They helped cities and towns grow. His work made a big difference in how Argentina developed.
Billinghurst's Legacy Beyond the Town
You can also find Mariano Billinghurst's name on a street in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires city. This shows how much he contributed to the region's history and growth.
See also
- In Spanish: Billinghurst para niños
