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Martín Coronado
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A street in Martín Coronado
A street in Martín Coronado
Martín Coronado, Buenos Aires is located in Greater Buenos Aires
Martín Coronado, Buenos Aires
Martín Coronado, Buenos Aires
Location in Greater Buenos Aires
Country  Argentina
Province Buenos Aires
Partido Tres de Febrero
Population
 (2001 census [INDEC])
 • Total 19,121
 • Density 8,313.5/km2 (21,532/sq mi)
CPA Base
B 1682
Area code(s) +54 11

Martín Coronado is a town located in the Buenos Aires Province of Argentina. It is part of the Tres de Febrero Partido, which is like a county or district. This town is also a part of the larger Greater Buenos Aires area, which is a big group of cities and towns around the capital city of Buenos Aires.

Why is it called Martín Coronado?

The town of Martín Coronado has an interesting story behind its name. When it was first settled, it was known as Villa Lacroze. This name came from the railway station that was built there.

However, in 1920, the people living in the town decided to change its name. They chose to honor a very important person: Martín Coronado. He was a famous artist from the late 1800s and early 1900s who used to live in that area. So, the town was renamed to remember him and his contributions.

Estacion Martin Coronado
View of Martín Coronado railway station

Life in Martín Coronado

Martín Coronado is a residential town, meaning many people live there. The railway station, which was important for the town's original name, still serves as a key way for people to travel. It connects residents to other parts of the Greater Buenos Aires area. The town is a quiet place where families live and go about their daily lives.

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