Posadas, Misiones facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Posadas
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(From top to bottom; from left to right) Panoramic view of the city; San Roque Bridge; Misiones Government House; Posadas Plaza Shopping Centre and the Malvinas Monument
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 Posadas
Location in Misiones Province
Posadas
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
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| Province |  Misiones |
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| Department | Capital | |
| Founded | 1870 | |
| Elevation | 120 m (390 ft) | |
| Population
(2010 census & 2017 estimates)
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| • Urban | 275,028 | |
| • Metro | 359,609 | |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) | |
| CPA base |
N3300
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| Dialing code | +54 376 | |
Posadas is the capital city of the Misiones region in Argentina. It is located in the southern part of Misiones, on the left bank of the Paraná River. Across the river is the city of Encarnación, Paraguay in Paraguay.
Posadas covers an area of about 965 square kilometers. In 2010, its population was around 324,756 people. The larger area around Posadas, called Greater Posadas, had over 359,609 people in 2017.
This city is the main center for government, culture, and business in the Misiones region. Its most important industries include making furniture, processing tobacco and food, and producing textiles. Building and construction are also key activities. Many people in Posadas also work in shops and service industries.
Posadas is connected to Encarnación, Paraguay, by the San Roque González de Santa Cruz Bridge. The city's port used to be very important for trade. Now, it is mostly used by sports boats, passenger ferries, and some boats that carry sand. Posadas is located on National Route 12, which is about 1300 kilometers from Buenos Aires. The General José de San Martín Airport is only seven kilometers from the city. It has regular flights to Buenos Aires.
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The History of Posadas
How Posadas Began
A town called Anunciación de Itapúa was started by Father Roque González y de Santa Cruz on March 25, 1615. Ten years later, this settlement moved to the other side of the Paraná River. This new location is where Encarnación, Paraguay is today.
The first settlement was not completely left empty. In 1628, a new community called San José was set up there.
Becoming a City
During the Paraguayan War in 1867, Brazilian forces built a military base called Trinchera de San José in the area. After the war ended, Paraguay gave up its claims to this land. In 1879, the town was renamed Posadas. It was named after Gervasio Antonio de Posadas, who was a leader of the Argentine Confederation in the early 1800s.
On December 22, 1881, the borders of the Misiones Federation were set. Posadas was first placed within the Corrientes Province. However, on July 30, 1884, the National Congress decided to give Posadas to Misiones Province. They also made it the capital city of Misiones.
Modern Developments in Posadas
The National University of Misiones was opened in Posadas in 1973. In 1990, the San Roque González de Santa Cruz Bridge was finished. This bridge greatly improved the cultural and economic connections between Posadas and Encarnación.
Getting Around Posadas
Public Transport in the City
On a normal weekday, people in Posadas spend about 57 minutes using public transport. This includes traveling to and from work. About 10% of people who use public transport ride for more than two hours each day.
People usually wait about 16 minutes at a bus stop or station. However, 26% of riders wait for over 20 minutes daily. The average distance people travel in one trip on public transport is 4.3 kilometers. Only 2% of people travel more than 12 kilometers in a single trip.
Posadas Weather and Climate
Understanding the Climate
Posadas has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and warm winters.
Summers are hot and humid. The lowest temperatures are around 21°C (70°F), and the highest are about 31.5°C (89°F). The average daily temperature is around 26°C (79°F). Thunderstorms happen often during the summer.
Winters are warm. The lowest temperatures are around 12°C (54°F), and the highest are about 22.5°C (72.5°F). The average daily temperature is about 17°C (63°F).
The hottest temperature ever recorded in Posadas was 42.1°C (107.8°F). The coldest temperature ever recorded was -2.8°C (27°F).
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Famous People from Posadas
Posadas is home to several well-known individuals, especially in sports.
- José Acasuso (born 1982), a tennis player.
- Germán Cano (born 1988), a soccer player.
- Alberto Mancini (born 1969), another tennis player.
- Mariano Messera (born 1978), a soccer player.
- Daniel Vancsik (born 1977), a golf player.
- Lucina von der Heyde (born 1997), a field hockey player.
Sports in Posadas
Local Football Teams
Football, also known as soccer, is very popular in Posadas. The main football teams in the city are:
- CD Guaraní Antonio Franco
- CA Bartolomé Mitre
- CA Posadas
- CD Jorge Gibson Brown
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Sister Cities
Posadas has special connections with other cities around the world. These are called "sister cities."
- Bergamo, Italy
- Encarnación, Paraguay
See also
In Spanish: Posadas para niños
