Julia Dufour facts for kids
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Julia Dufour
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Municipality and village
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Santa Cruz Province |
| Department | Güer Aike Department |
Julia Dufour is a small village and a municipality. You can find it in the Santa Cruz Province in southern Argentina. It's a quiet place, part of the vast and beautiful region of Patagonia.
The village is named after a special person. Her name was Julia Dufour. She was an important pioneer in Patagonia. She was also the wife of the famous Argentine explorer Luis Piedrabuena.
What is Julia Dufour?
Julia Dufour is a small community. It is located in the Güer Aike Department. This department is part of the Santa Cruz Province. The village is known for its peaceful environment. It is surrounded by the unique landscapes of Patagonia.
Where is Santa Cruz Province?
Santa Cruz Province is in the southern part of Argentina. It is one of the largest provinces. However, it has one of the lowest populations. This means there is a lot of open space. The province is famous for its glaciers and mountains. It also has wide open plains.
Who was Julia Dufour?
Julia Dufour was an important woman in Argentine history. She was a pioneer in Patagonia. This means she was one of the first people to settle and explore this area. She helped build new communities. She was married to Luis Piedrabuena. He was a brave explorer and naval officer. He helped claim parts of Patagonia for Argentina.
See also
- Santa Cruz Province
- Luis Piedrabuena
