Delicias facts for kids

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Country	Mexico
State	Chihuahua
Municipality	Delicias
Foundation	April 30, 1933
Elevation	1,415 m (4,642 ft)
Population  (2005)
• City	108,807
• Metro	127,211
Time zone	UTC−7 (MST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−6 (MDT)
Area code(s)	639
Website	http://www.delicias.gob.mx

Delicias is a city in Chihuahua, Mexico. Its name means "Delights" in Spanish. It is the main city of the municipality that shares its name. Delicias is located southeast of Chihuahua City, which is the capital of the state.

About Delicias

Delicias is a modern city known for its planned layout. It was designed from the start, unlike many older cities that grew over time. This means it has a clear, organized street plan. The city is an important center for farming and industry in the region.

Where is Delicias Located?

Delicias is in the state of Chihuahua, which is in northern Mexico. It sits about 1,415 meters (4,642 feet) above sea level. This high elevation gives it a specific climate. The city is part of a larger area that includes nearby towns, making it a busy hub.

How Delicias Started

Delicias is a relatively new city. It was officially founded on April 30, 1933. This makes it one of the youngest planned cities in Mexico. Its creation was part of a big project to develop farming in the area.

What's Delicias Like?

Delicias is home to over 100,000 people. In 2005, its population was 108,807. If you include the surrounding areas, the population was even larger, at 127,211. The city has its own local government, led by a Municipal president. This person is like the mayor of the city and municipality.

The city uses the Mountain Standard Time (MST) zone, which is 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). During daylight saving time, it switches to Mountain Daylight Time (MDT), which is 6 hours behind UTC.

See also

In Spanish: Las Delicias para niños