Las Heras, Mendoza facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Las Heras
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 Las Heras
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Mendoza |
| Department | Las Heras |
| Elevation | 725 m (2,379 ft) |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Urban | 189,067 |
| • Metro | 203,507 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
M5540
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| Dialing code | +54 261 |
| Climate | BWk |
Las Heras is a city in Argentina. It is located in the Mendoza Province, which is a part of Argentina. The city is in the northern part of a larger city area called Greater Mendoza.
According to the 2010 census, more than 180,000 people live in Las Heras. It is also the main town of the Las Heras Department, which is like a county or district.
About Las Heras City
Las Heras is right next to Mendoza City. You can travel north along San Martín Avenue to reach it. The area around Las Heras includes a low mountain range called El Challao. This place is known for its natural hot springs, which are warm water pools coming from underground.
A Bit of History
The city of Las Heras was named to honor a brave general. His name was Juan Gregorio de las Heras. He was an important hero during the Argentine War of Independence. This was a time when Argentina fought to become a free country.
Las Heras also faced a big challenge in its history. In 1927, a strong earthquake hit the area. This natural disaster caused a lot of damage to the city.
