Guayubín facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Guayubín
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| Nickname(s):
Cuna de la Restauración
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 Guayubín
Location in the Dominican Republic
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| Country |  Dominican Republic |
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| Province | Monte Cristi | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 899.26 km2 (347.21 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2012)
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| • Total | 32,586 | |
| • Density | 36.2365/km2 (93.8520/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 5,899 | |
| Municipal Districts | 3 |
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Guayubín is a lively town in the Monte Cristi Province of the Dominican Republic. It is the second-largest town in Monte Cristi province. This special place is known for its friendly people and exciting traditions.
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Fun Festivities in Guayubín
Guayubín is famous for its annual festivities! These celebrations happen every year from August 1st to about August 10th. They honor their patron saint, San Lorenzo (also known as Saint Lawrence).
What Happens During the Festivities?
Each festivity is filled with music and live activities. You can enjoy exciting sports tournaments like softball, volleyball, and baseball. There are also performances by well-known artists and comedians.
Choosing the Queens
A special part of the festivities is choosing a trio of queens. These are the juvenile (young adult), international, and children's queens. Each queen also has a vice-queen, princess, and ambassador. These special roles are chosen by the people who live in Guayubín or by the organizing committee.
Famous People from Guayubín
Guayubín is home to some notable people. One of them is:
- Aquilino Gonell, an officer of the United States Capitol Police. He is known for his service in the United States.
See also
In Spanish: Guayubín para niños
