Don Gregorio, Dominican Republic facts for kids
Don Gregorio is a lively town located in the southeastern part of the Dominican Republic. It's part of Nizao County, which is in the Peravia Province. You can find it right where the Nizao River meets the sea. Don Gregorio is the second biggest town in Nizao County by population.
This town became an official "municipal section" (like a recognized part of a county) on January 1, 1945. This happened when Nizao itself was made into a county by the Dominican Congress.
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What Makes Don Gregorio Special?
Don Gregorio is known for two main things: its rich farmlands and its amazing baseball players!
Farming and Food
The land around Don Gregorio is great for growing crops. This means farming is a very important part of life and work for many people in the town.
Home of Baseball Stars
Don Gregorio has produced many talented baseball players who have gone on to play in Major League Baseball in the United States. Some famous players from Don Gregorio include:
- Vladimir Guerrero, who is so good he's in the Baseball Hall of Fame!
- Wilton Guerrero
- Jesus Sánchez
These players show how much talent comes from this small town.
Local Government and Leaders
Don Gregorio also plays a role in the local government of Nizao County.
Representing the People
The town is home to Lic. Glovis Reyes Aglón, who was the very first person from Nizao County to become a congressman. He represented the area in the Chamber of Deputies, which is like the House of Representatives in other countries.
Mayors from Don Gregorio
Don Gregorio has also provided two of the four mayors who have been elected to lead Nizao County since it became a county. This shows that people from Don Gregorio are active in local politics and leadership.
See also
In Spanish: Don Gregorio para niños
