Ciudad Sahagún facts for kids
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Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo
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Town and industrial city
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| Fray Bernardino de Sahagún | |
 Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo
Location in Hidalgo
Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State |  Hidalgo |
| Municipality |  Tepeapulco |
| First factories | 1951 |
| Official ignauguration | 1952 |
| Incorporation to municipality of Tepeapulco | 1971 |
| Named for | Bernardino de Sahagún |
| Colognes | 38 |
| Government
The town has no self-government; the highest authority (as with all towns in Mexico) is the mayor of the municipality, in this case Tepeapulco.
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| • Type | Ayuntamiento |
| Elevation | 2,450 m (8,040 ft) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 28,609 |
| Demonym(s) | Sahagunense |
| Time zone | UTC-06 (Mexico's Central time) |
| Postal code |
43990
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| Area code | 791 |
Ciudad Sahagún, officially known as Fray Bernardino de Sahagún, is a town in the Tepeapulco area. It is located within the State of Hidalgo, in Mexico. It was planned as a special industrial city.
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History
How it Started
In the early 1950s, the President of Mexico, Miguel Alemán Valdés, had an idea. He wanted to create a model industrial area. So, land in Tepeapulco, Hidalgo, was chosen for this big project. This area is about 95 kilometers north of Mexico City.
The First Factories
On July 28, 1951, a company called Diesel Nacional (DINA) was started. They worked with an Italian company called Fiat to build vehicles. This was a big step for the new industrial city.
In 1952, another important factory began to build train cars. This company was called Constructora Nacional de Carros de Ferrocarril SA (Concarril). Around the same time, a textile machinery factory was also created. This factory later became National Steel (Sidena). These three companies – DINA, Concarril, and Sidena – were the main businesses that started Ciudad Sahagún.
Building Homes
As factories were built, homes were also needed for the workers. So, many houses and apartments were constructed. There were also shops, a market, and sports fields. Basic services like paved streets, water, and electricity were added. In 1961, more houses were built for families.
Joining Tepeapulco
In 1971, Ciudad Sahagún officially became part of the Tepeapulco municipality. This meant it was governed by the same local government.
Changes Over Time
Over the years, more factories came to Ciudad Sahagún. But there were also some tough times for the economy. For example, a car factory called Renault closed in 1986. This meant many people lost their jobs.
Later, the National Steel company faced problems and eventually closed. Another company, Concarril, was taken over by a Canadian company called Bombardier. These changes affected many workers and the city's economy.
A New Beginning
Since 2005, new businesses have started to arrive in Ciudad Sahagún. The government has worked hard to bring new companies to the area. While the city might not be as big as it once was, it is finding new ways to grow and stay strong.
Economy
By 2008, Ciudad Sahagún had many businesses. There were 3 large companies, 17 medium-sized companies, and 40 smaller businesses. Together, these companies provided nearly 12,000 jobs. Some of the companies that have recently opened there include Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget (SCA), Praxair, Gerdau, and The Greenbrier Companies.
Bombardier has a factory in Ciudad Sahagún. They have worked on building parts for streetcars and light rail vehicles. These vehicles are used in cities like Toronto, Canada. The factory in Ciudad Sahagún helps make the basic parts for these vehicles.
Festivities
- The September 15th Parade celebrates Mexican Independence Day. Most local schools take part in this parade.
- The November 20th Parade goes through the main streets of the city. Schools show off their sports and cultural activities during this event.
- The Anniversary of the City's Founding is celebrated in the second week of October. There are cultural, artistic, and sports events all week at Rodrigo Gómez Square.
- The Pilgrimage of December 12 is a special tradition. People create decorated floats with images of the Virgin of Guadalupe. They walk through the city streets to the main church. After a special church service, there are fireworks at Rodrigo Gómez Square.
- The Hidalgo's Paper Globe Festival started in 2008. It happens on the second weekend of December. People make and release beautiful paper balloons into the sky.
- The National Huapango Competition is a dance competition that takes place during the city's fair.
See also
In Spanish: Ciudad Sahagún para niños
