La Pampa Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids La Pampa |
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| Divisions | 22 departments | ||
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| Capital | Santa Rosa | ||
| Area | 143,440 km² (55,382 sq mi) | ||
| Population | 318,951 (2010) | ||
| Density | 2.2 /km² (6 /sq mi) | ||
| Governor | Óscar Jorge | ||
| - Senators | María Higonet, Carlos Verna, Juan Carlos Marino | ||
| Timezone | ART (UTC−3) | ||
| ISO 3166-2 code | AR-L | ||
| Demonym | Pampeano | ||
La Pampa is a province located in the central part of Argentina. It is known for its wide-open spaces and a smaller population compared to other parts of the country. The capital city of La Pampa is Santa Rosa.
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Discovering La Pampa's Past
La Pampa has an interesting history, especially regarding its name. In 1952, the province was given a new name to honor Eva Perón, a very important political figure in Argentina. However, just a few years later, in 1955, its original name, La Pampa, was brought back.
Understanding La Pampa's Economy
The economy of La Pampa relies heavily on farming and raising animals. About one-fourth of all the money made in the province comes from these activities.
Farming and Ranching Activities
The most important activity in La Pampa is cattle ranching. This means raising cows for meat and other products. Besides cattle, farmers also raise other animals like sheep, goats, and pigs. These animals are an important part of the province's economy.
| Provinces of Argentina |  |
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| Buenos Aires | Buenos Aires Province | Catamarca | Chaco | Chubut | Córdoba | Corrientes | Entre Ríos | Formosa | Jujuy | La Pampa | La Rioja | Mendoza | Misiones | Neuquen | Río Negro | Salta | San Juan | San Luis | Santa Cruz | Santa Fe | Santiago del Estero | Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica, and South Atlantic Islands | Tucumán | |
Images for kids
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Stables at the former Roca-Luro Estate, now the Luro Prairie Preserve.
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Landscape near Winifreda, La Pampa.
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Parque Luro Natural Prairie Preserve.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de La Pampa para niños
