Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos facts for kids
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Dr. Juan Manuel Frutos
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 Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos
Location in Paraguay
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| Country | Paraguay |
| Department | Caaguazú |
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(2009)
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| • Total | 5,633 |
Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos is a small town located in the Caaguazú department of Paraguay. It's a place where people live and work, just like your own town or city.
Even though its official name is Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos, many people still call it "Pastoreo." This was its original name. It's common for towns to have old names that stick around!
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About Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos Town
This town is part of the Caaguazú department. A department is like a state or a large region within a country. Paraguay has many departments, and Caaguazú is one of them.
Where is it Located?
Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos is in the central-eastern part of Paraguay. It's surrounded by green landscapes. The town is important for the people who live there.
A Glimpse into its History
The town started as "Pastoreo." This name likely came from the word "pasture." Pastures are open fields where animals graze. This suggests the area was once used for farming or raising animals.
Over time, the town grew. It became a more important place for the people living nearby.
Why the Name Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos?
The town was renamed to honor Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos. He was an important person in Paraguay's history. He was a politician and a writer.
He served as the Vice President of Paraguay. This means he helped lead the country. Naming a town after him is a way to remember his contributions.
See Also
In Spanish: Doctor Juan Manuel Frutos (Paraguay) para niños
