Félix Pérez Cardozo, Paraguay facts for kids
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Félix Pérez Cardozo
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 Félix Pérez Cardozo, Paraguay
Location in Paraguay
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| Country | Paraguay |
| Department | Guairá |
| Foundation | 15 September 1773 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 159 km2 (61 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,156 |
| Time zone | -4 Gmt |
| Postal code |
5150
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| Area code(s) | (595) |
| Climate | Cfa |
Félix Pérez Cardozo is a town and district in the Guairá Department of Paraguay. It is about 186 kilometers (116 miles) away from Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay. People in this town mostly grow sugar cane and tobacco. They also create beautiful crafts, especially a type of embroidery called Ao po'i.
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History of Félix Pérez Cardozo
When was Félix Pérez Cardozo founded?
Félix Pérez Cardozo was first established on September 15, 1773. It was founded by Governor Agustín Fernando de Pinedo. At that time, the town was known by a different name: Hyaty.
Why did the name change?
In 1957, the government decided to change the town's name. They renamed it Félix Pérez Cardozo. This was done to honor a famous Paraguayan harp player. He was born in this very place.
Population of Félix Pérez Cardozo
How many people live in Félix Pérez Cardozo?
In 2017, about 6,156 people lived in Félix Pérez Cardozo. This information comes from official surveys. Most of the people in the district live in the countryside. About 88.75% of the population lives in rural areas.
Getting Around Félix Pérez Cardozo
What are the main roads in the district?
The district of Félix Pérez Cardozo has two important roads. One road is a dirt path. It connects the town to the district of Yataity. The other road is paved. This paved road links the city of Villarrica to the city of Paraguarí in the Paraguarí Department.
See also
In Spanish: Félix Pérez Cardozo (Paraguay) para niños
