Malvín facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Malvín
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Barrio
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Malvín along the coast
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Street map of Malvín
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Location of Malvín in Montevideo
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| Country |  Uruguay |
| Department | Montevideo Department |
| City | Montevideo |
Malvín is a lively barrio, which means a neighborhood or district, located in Montevideo, the capital city of Uruguay. It's known for its beautiful coastline and fun activities.
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Where is Malvín Located?
Malvín is right on the coast, which means it has lovely beaches! To its west, you'll find the Buceo neighborhood. To the north, it borders Malvín Norte and Las Canteras. And to the east, it's next to Punta Gorda.
What Makes Malvín Special?
Malvín is famous for its amazing beach, Playa Malvín, which runs along the Rambla O'Higgins coastal avenue. This area used to be a very popular vacation spot.
Over time, the city grew, and Malvín became a very popular place to live. Many new buildings were built, and it's now one of the fastest-growing areas in Montevideo. Because it's such a great place, the land here is quite valuable! Malvín is named after a person called Juan Balvín.
This neighborhood actually includes two smaller areas that used to be separate: Malvín Nuevo and Malvín Viejo.
Birdwatching at Isla de las Gaviotas
Near Malvín, there's a small island called Isla de las Gaviotas, which means "Seagulls Islet." It's a fantastic place for birdwatching! You can see many different kinds of birds there.
Schools in Malvín
Malvín has several schools for students of different ages. Some of these include:
- Colegio y Liceo John F. Kennedy
- Liceo 31
- Escuela Experimental de Malvín
Churches and Places of Worship
The neighborhood is home to a few churches where people can go to worship:
- Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church: This church is on Michigan 1645. It has a cool brick addition designed by a famous architect named Eladio Dieste.
- Parish Church of St Bernadette Soubirous: You can find this church on Av. Italia 4318.
- Parish Church of Jesus the Mercyful: Also known as "Parroquia de Belén," this church is on Zaragoza 1971.
Sports and Fun in Malvín
Malvín is home to a well-known sports club called Club Malvín. It was started on January 28, 1938. This club offers many different sports for people to play, including:
But the most popular sport at Club Malvín is definitely basketball!
See also
In Spanish: Malvín para niños
- Barrios of Montevideo
