Matanzas, Dominican Republic facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Matanzas
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 Matanzas, Dominican Republic
Location in the Dominican Republic
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| Country | Dominican Republic |
| Province | Peravia |
| Established as a Municipality | June 1, 2014 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 101.04 km2 (39.01 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 35,414 |
| • Density | 350.495/km2 (907.78/sq mi) |
Matanzas is a special kind of town called a municipality. It is located in the Peravia province of the Dominican Republic.
Matanzas became a municipality quite recently, on June 1, 2014. This means it gained its own local government and more control over its area.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It usually includes a main town or city and the surrounding smaller towns or rural areas. Becoming a municipality means a place has enough people and resources to manage its own services. These services can include things like local roads, schools, and public safety.
Quick Facts About Matanzas
Matanzas is part of the beautiful Dominican Republic. It is located in the southern part of the country.
Size and Population
In 2014, Matanzas had about 35,414 people living there. The total area of the municipality is around 101.04 square kilometers. This gives us an idea of how many people live in each square kilometer.
See also
In Spanish: Matanzas (República Dominicana) para niños
