Coronda facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Coronda
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 Coronda
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
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| Province |  Santa Fe |
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| Department | San Jerónimo | ||
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| • Total | 1,304 km2 (503 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 18,115 | ||
| • Density | 13.892/km2 (35.980/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) | ||
| CPA base |
S2240
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| Dialing code | +54 0342 | ||
Coronda is a small city located in the Santa Fe Province of Argentina. It is part of the San Jerónimo Department. The city is about 43 kilometers (27 miles) south of Santa Fe, which is the capital city of the province. In 2010, about 18,000 people lived in Coronda.
History of Coronda
Coronda was officially founded in 1867. The person who founded it was Governor Nicasio Oroño. Later, on February 6, 1860, Coronda was given the status of a city. This means it became a more important place with its own local government.
Important Buildings
The main church in Coronda is called the parish church. It was designed by an architect named Carlo Zucchi.
People from Coronda
Some famous people have come from Coronda. One notable person is Carlota Garrido de la Peña. She was born in Coronda in 1870 and passed away in 1958. Carlota Garrido de la Peña was a well-known journalist, writer, and teacher. She made important contributions in these fields during her lifetime.
