Fuentes, Santa Fe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fuentes
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 Fuentes
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Santa Fe |
| Department | San Lorenzo |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,628 |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
S2123
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| Dialing code | +54 3464 |
Fuentes is a small town located in the Santa Fe Province of Argentina. It is known as a comuna, which means it's a local administrative district. In 2001, about 2,628 people lived there.
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Founding the Town
Fuentes was officially founded on April 6, 1888. This was the day when the government of the Santa Fe Province approved the plans for the new town.
Who Were the Founders?
Three people are especially remembered for helping to start Fuentes:
- Enriqueta Wilson de Olavarría Le Bas
- Diego Musgrave
- Juan Fuentes
They used a special provincial law that encouraged the creation of new settlements, often called "colonies" back then.
Location and Geography
Fuentes is located in the San Lorenzo Department within the Santa Fe Province. This area is part of the flat, fertile plains of Argentina, which are great for farming.
Climate in Fuentes
The climate in Fuentes is generally mild. It has warm summers and cool winters. This type of weather helps the local agriculture.
What People Do in Fuentes
Like many towns in the Santa Fe Province, the main activities in Fuentes are related to farming. People grow crops and raise animals. This helps provide food for the region and the country.
See also
In Spanish: Fuentes (Santa Fe) para niños
