San Lorenzo, Nicaragua facts for kids

Quick facts for kids San Lorenzo
Municipality
San Lorenzo Location in Nicaragua
Country	Nicaragua
Department	Boaco Department
Area
• Municipality	216.07 sq mi (559.61 km2)
Population  (2005)
• Municipality	23,666
• Urban	5,147

San Lorenzo is a special area in Nicaragua called a municipality. It is located in the Boaco Department. In 2006, about 28,100 people lived there. The municipality covers an area of 559.61 square kilometers.

Most people in San Lorenzo, about 70%, live in the countryside. The main town, also called San Lorenzo, is about 91 kilometers away from Managua, the capital city of Nicaragua. The economy of San Lorenzo mostly depends on farming and raising animals.

A Look at San Lorenzo's History

How San Lorenzo Got Its Name

The story of San Lorenzo's name goes back to 1852. A woman named Josefa Tellez owned a small farm near where the town is today. She found a special religious image of San Lorenzo. Because of this discovery, the area became known as San Lorenzo de los Tellez. This name honored Josefa Tellez and the image she found.

Becoming an Official Town

San Lorenzo officially became a town on August 23, 1858. More people moved to the town in 1872, especially from the Granada Department. This helped the town grow bigger. For many years, the municipality of San Lorenzo was part of the Chontales Department. However, in 1935, it became part of the Boaco Department, where it remains today.

Fun Local Events and Celebrations

San Lorenzo's Patron Saint Festivities

Every year, the people of San Lorenzo celebrate their patron saint, San Lorenzo. These celebrations happen from August 7 to August 10. During this time, there are many fun activities. People enjoy corridas, which are like bull runs, and popular fiestas (parties). There are also special religious events to honor San Lorenzo.

See also

In Spanish: San Lorenzo (Nicaragua) para niños