Peñarol, Montevideo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Peñarol–Lavalleja
Barrio
Historic workers residences of the railroad company
Street map of Peñarol–Lavalleja
Location of Peñarol–Lavalleja in Montevideo
Country	Uruguay
Department	Montevideo Department
City	Montevideo

Peñarol, also known as Peñarol–Lavalleja, is a lively neighborhood in Montevideo, Uruguay. It is a place where many families live and work.

This area has grown a lot over the years. On March 10, 1913, Peñarol was officially called a "pueblo," which means a village. Later, on July 1, 1953, it became a "villa," or a town. Since then, it has become a part of the big city of Montevideo.

Where Did the Name Peñarol Come From?

The name Peñarol has an interesting story! Long ago, in 1776, a man named Giovanni Battista Crosa came from a town called Pinerolo in Italy. He opened a small grocery store in this area.

People started calling the place by the name of his hometown, Pinerolo. Over time, the name changed a little in how people said it. It slowly became known as Peñarol, which is the name we use today.

Places to Visit

You can find the Parish Church of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary in Peñarol. It is a Roman Catholic church located on Av. Instrucciones 1343.

Sports in Peñarol

Peñarol is famous for its sports club, Club Atlético Peñarol. This club is also known by its cool nicknames like Carboneros, Aurinegros, and Manyas.

While the club has played other sports like basketball and cycling, it is best known for its amazing football (soccer) team. The football team is incredibly successful. They have never been moved down from the top league, which is a huge achievement!

See Also

• Barrios of Montevideo