Las Rosas, Santa Fe facts for kids
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Las Rosas
Las Rosas-Las Lomas
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 Las Rosas
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Santa Fe |
| Department | Belgrano |
| Area | |
| • Total | 697 km2 (269 sq mi) |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 13,689 |
| • Density | 19.640/km2 (50.87/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
S2520
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| Dialing code | +54 3471 |
Las Rosas is a city in Argentina, located in the southwest part of the province of Santa Fe, Argentina province. It is about 165 kilometers (102 miles) away from Santa Fe, which is the capital city of the province.
According to the 2010 census, about 13,689 people live in Las Rosas. It is the main town of the Belgrano Department. This department also includes other towns like Armstrong, Bouquet, Las Parejas, Montes de Oca, and Tortugas.
Las Rosas was founded in 1889 by Guillermo Kemmis and the Dickinson brothers. It was officially recognized as a town on January 1, 1882. Later, on August 20, 1967, it became a city.
Weather in Las Rosas
The weather in Las Rosas changes throughout the year. Summers are usually warm, humid, and wet, with mostly clear skies. Winters are short, cold, and dry, with some clouds.
Throughout the year, the temperature usually ranges from about 5°C (41°F) to 30°C (87°F). It rarely gets colder than -1°C (30°F) or hotter than 35°C (95°F).
Famous People from Las Rosas
Las Rosas has been home to some well-known people, especially in sports:
- Leonardo Ponzio (born in 1982) is a former football (soccer) player. He was the captain of the famous River Plate team for many seasons. He also played for Argentina's national team.
- Alfredo Pián (1912 - 1990) was a race car driver.
- Ramiro Sordo (born in 2000) is a football (soccer) player.
Partner Cities
Las Rosas has a special connection with another city in the world:
Matelica, Italy
See also
In Spanish: Las Rosas (Santa Fe) para niños
