Buena Vista facts for kids

Buena Vista, meaning "good view" in Spanish, is a popular name used for many different places, businesses, and other things around the world! This is because a "good view" is something many people appreciate.

You'll find places named Buena Vista in many countries, from small towns to big cities, and even natural areas. It's also used for companies, schools, and historical events. This page will help you learn about some of the different things called Buena Vista.

Places Around the World

Many countries have places named Buena Vista. These names often come from the beautiful scenery or a historical event that happened there.

In the Americas

• Argentina: You can find a Buena Vista in the Catamarca province.
• Belize: There are towns called Buena Vista in both Cayo and Corozal districts.
• Bolivia: Buena Vista is a town in the Ichilo Province, known as the gateway to Amboró National Park.
• Canada:

* Buena Vista Road is a street in Edmonton. * Buena Vista, Saskatchewan is a village. * Buena Vista, Saskatoon is a neighborhood in the city of Saskatoon.

• Colombia: The Buena Vista Nature Reserve is a special place in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains. It helps protect nature and wildlife.
• Cuba: The Bay of Buena Vista is a large bay on the northern coast.
• Dominican Republic: Buena Vista is a municipal district near the town of Jarabacoa.
• Panama: There's a Buena Vista in the Colón Province.
• Paraguay: Buena Vista is a district in the Itapúa Department.
• Peru: The Buena Vista archaeological site is an ancient place where people lived a long time ago.
• Puerto Rico: There is a Buena Vista in Bayamón.

In Europe

• Gibraltar: The Buena Vista Barracks and Battery are historic military sites near Parson's Lodge Battery.

Buena Vista in the United States

The name "Buena Vista" is very common across the United States, often used for towns, parks, and natural features.

California

California has many places named Buena Vista:

• Buena Vista Oil Field: This is an area in Kern County where oil is found.
• Buena Vista Lake: This lake in Kern County is now mostly drained.
• Buena Vista Park: This is a park in San Francisco, known for its great views of the city.
• There are also several towns and communities named Buena Vista, like those in Amador, Mariposa, and Nevada Counties.

Other States

You can find places named Buena Vista in many other states, including:

• Colorado: A town known for its outdoor activities.
• Delaware: Buena Vista (St. Georges) is a historic home listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Florida:

* Buena Vista (Miami) is a neighborhood in Miami. * Lake Buena Vista is a town near Walt Disney World Resort.

• Georgia: A city in Marion County.
• Illinois: There's a Buena Vista in Schuyler County.
• Indiana: Several communities are named Buena Vista, including in Franklin, Gibson, Harrison, and Randolph Counties.
• Iowa:

* Buena Vista County is a county in Iowa. * North Buena Vista is a small city.

• Kentucky: A community in Rockcastle County.
• Louisiana: Buena Vista (Stonewall) is a historic home.
• Maryland: Buena Vista (Leonardtown) is another historic place.
• Michigan:

* Buena Vista is a community. * Buena Vista Charter Township is a civil township.

• Nevada: The Buena Vista Valley is a valley in Pershing County.
• New Jersey: Buena Vista Township is a township in Atlantic County.
• Ohio: There are several places named Buena Vista in Ohio.
• Oregon: A city in Polk County.
• Pennsylvania: A census-designated place.
• Tennessee:

* Buena Vista is an unincorporated community. * The Buena Vista Historic District is a historic area in Nashville.

• Virginia: A city in the Shenandoah Valley.
• Wisconsin: Several towns and communities are named Buena Vista, including in Grant, Portage, Richland, and Waukesha Counties. The Buena Vista Marsh is a state wildlife refuge.

Other Uses of Buena Vista

Beyond places, "Buena Vista" is also used for other things:

• Buena Vista (brand): This is a brand name used by The Walt Disney Company for some of its products and divisions.
• Buena Vista University: This is a university located in Storm Lake, Iowa, where students go to learn and get degrees.
• Buena Vista Winery: This is a historic winery in Sonoma, California, known for making wine.
• Battle of Buena Vista: This was an important battle during the Mexican–American War in 1847. It took place in a place called Buena Vista in Mexico.

See also

In Spanish: Buena Vista para niños

• Buena Vista Social Club (disambiguation)
• Buena Vista Park (disambiguation)
• Buenavista (disambiguation)
• Bonavista (disambiguation)
• Boa Vista (disambiguation)
• Buona Vista (disambiguation)