General Artigas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids General Artigas
district
General Artigas, Paraguay
General Artigas Location in Paraguay
Country	Paraguay
Department	Itapúa Department
Population
• Total	4 435

General Artigas is a town located in the Itapúa Department of Paraguay. It is a small but important community in this South American country. The town is known for its connection to a famous historical figure.

About General Artigas

General Artigas is a district within the Itapúa Department. This department is in the southeastern part of Paraguay. The town itself is a quiet place where people live and work. It plays a role in the local economy and culture of the region.

Who Was José Gervasio Artigas?

The town of General Artigas is named after a very important person: José Gervasio Artigas. He was a national hero of Uruguay, a country next to Paraguay. Artigas was a military leader and a politician. He is often called the "Father of Uruguayan Nationhood."

Artigas fought for independence in the early 1800s. He wanted countries in South America to be free from Spanish rule. After many years of fighting, he spent the last 30 years of his life in Paraguay. This was from 1820 to 1850. He lived in "exile," which means he had to live away from his home country. Paraguay welcomed him, and he lived there peacefully until he passed away. Naming the town after him honors his legacy and his time spent in Paraguay.

Connecting with Other Cities

General Artigas has a special connection with another city far away. This is called a "sister city" relationship. Sister cities are like friends in different countries. They share ideas, learn about each other's cultures, and sometimes even exchange students.

• Fray Bentos, Uruguay

Fray Bentos is a city in Uruguay. This sister city bond shows the historical and cultural ties between General Artigas and Uruguay. It also highlights the respect for José Gervasio Artigas, who is a hero in both countries.

See also

In Spanish: General Artigas (Paraguay) para niños