Jardín América facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jardín América
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Misiones province
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Misiones |
| Department | San Ignacio |
| Foundation date | May 7, 1946 |
| Elevation
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682 ft (208 m) |
| Population
(2010 Census)
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| • Total | 25,705 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| Area code(s) | +54 (03743) |
Jardín América is a lovely village and municipality located in the north-eastern part of Misiones Province in Argentina. It's a big town in the San Ignacio department. This town is about 1,141 kilometers (709 miles) north of Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital. It is also 104 kilometers (65 miles) from Posadas, which is the capital city of Misiones Province. Jardín América sits on the eastern side of the Paraná River.
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Symbols of Jardín América
The Town's Coat of Arms
The official Coat of Arms for Jardín América was created in the 1980s by Antonio Faccendini. It has a ribbon at the top with the colors of the Argentinian flag and the town's founding date.
The main part of the coat of arms shows three sections:
- The first section represents the town's economy. It shows Yerba mate and pineapple plants, along with a gear. These symbols stand for industry and hard work.
- The middle section shows nature. It features the beautiful "Salto Tabay" waterfall and a rising sun. The sun represents a bright future, much like on the national and provincial coats of arms.
- The third section symbolizes the town's culture. It has hands holding a Bible, which shows the beliefs of the first settlers. There is also an Argentinian flag and a Timbó tree. The community of Jardín América grew up around this type of tree.
The Town's Flag
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The flag of Jardín América became official in 1999. Its colors have special meanings:
- Green represents the lush jungle of Misiones.
- Red stands for the rich red soil found in Misiones.
- The colors of the Argentinian flag are also part of the design, showing its connection to the country.
The Official Song
Jardín América also has an official song! Antonio Faccendini wrote the words, and Mario Mereles composed the music. The song uses the rhythm of a "Galopa misionera," which is a traditional style of music from the Misiones region. The original version of the song was sung by Giselle Mereles. You can listen to it here.
Fun Places to Visit
Saltos del Tabay Waterfalls
One of the most popular attractions near Jardín América is Saltos del Tabay. This is a municipal camping area where the main highlight is a series of natural waterfalls on the Tabay stream. It's located about 5 kilometers (3 miles) from Jardín América.
This area is great for tourists because it offers many services:
- Places to stay, like cabins or bungalows.
- Areas for setting up tents if you like camping.
- A restaurant where you can grab a meal.
- Markets to buy snacks and supplies.
- Natural swimming pools where you can cool off.
- Sports areas for different activities.
See also
In Spanish: Jardín América (Misiones) para niños
