Londres, Catamarca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Londres
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 Londres
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Catamarca |
| Department | Belén |
| Elevation | 1,184 m (3,885 ft) |
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| • Total | 2,134 |
| Demonym(s) | londrino |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
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| Dialing code | +54 03835 |
Londres is a small, interesting town in the Catamarca Province of Argentina. It's a popular spot for tourists. This town sits high up, about 1,170 meters (3,839 feet) above sea level. You can find it right next to Ruta Nacional 40, a main road. Londres is nestled at the base of the Shincal mountains, close to the Quimivil River. The town is split into two parts: "Arriba" (which means Upper) and "Abajo" (which means Lower). The Hondo River divides these two sections.
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The Story of Londres
How Londres Got Its Name
Londres was founded a long time ago, in the year 1558. It was given a very special name: Londres de la Nueva Inglaterra. This means "London of the New England" in Spanish. The town was named to honor a royal marriage. At that time, Philip II, King of Spain, was married to Mary I of England, also known as Mary Tudor.
Fun Things to See in Londres
Exploring Historical Sites
One important place to visit in Londres is the Church of the Immaculate Conception. This church is so special that it has been named a National Historical Monument.
Just about 5 kilometers (3 miles) from Londres, you can find the amazing ruins of Shincal de Quimivil. This large area, covering 30 hectares, shows what an ancient city looked like. It has reconstructed parts of a settlement where native people lived in the 15th and 16th centuries. It's like stepping back in time!
Festivals and Local Delights
Londres is known as "The birthplace of the nut." Because of this, the town hosts a big provincial nut festival every year. People celebrate this fun event in January.
People of Londres
Population Facts
According to a census taken in 2001, about 2,134 people live in Londres. This number shows that the town's population grew quite a bit. In the previous census from 1991, there were 1,844 inhabitants. This means the population increased by about 15.7%.
See also
In Spanish: Londres (Argentina) para niños
