Los Hornos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Los Hornos
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Town
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 Los Hornos
Location in Buenos Aires Province
Los Hornos
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Buenos Aires |
| Partido | La Plata |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Population
(2001 census [INDEC])
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| • Total | 54,406 |
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B 1900
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| Area code(s) | +54 221 |
Los Hornos is a town located in La Plata Partido, within the Buenos Aires region of Argentina.
This town is part of the larger Greater La Plata urban area. Its name, which means "the [brick] ovens" or "the furnaces" in Spanish, comes from the many brick factories that were here in the late 1800s. These factories made the bricks used to build many of the first buildings in the nearby city of La Plata. Many Italian immigrants settled in Los Hornos, and the area became known for its numerous family orchards. The town has its own special feel and character.
What to See in Los Hornos
In Los Hornos, you can visit the municipal cemetery. This cemetery is a protected local landmark. You can also find the Parish St. Benjamin, a local church.
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In Spanish: Los Hornos (La Plata) para niños
