San Lorenzo, Santa Fe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Lorenzo
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 San Lorenzo
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Santa Fe |
| Department | San Lorenzo |
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| • Total | 39 km2 (15 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 40 m (130 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 46,239 |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
S2200
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| Dialing code | +54 3476 |
San Lorenzo (pronounced san lo-REN-so) is a city in the south of Santa Fe Province in Argentina. It is located about 23 kilometers (14 miles) north of Rosario. The city sits on the western bank of the Paraná River.
San Lorenzo is part of the larger Greater Rosario area. This means it is connected to other nearby cities. It is also the main city of the San Lorenzo Department. In 2010, about 46,000 people lived there.
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A Look Back in Time
San Lorenzo does not have one exact founding date. Different old writings mention different times. However, in 1984, the city council decided on May 6, 1796. This was the day when Franciscan monks arrived. They came to teach people about their religion in the area.
The Battle of San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo is famous for a very important battle. This was the Battle of San Lorenzo on February 3, 1813. In this battle, local fighters defeated troops loyal to the Spanish Crown. These local fighters were led by General José de San Martín. It was the first battle of the Argentine War of Independence.
The 18th-century San Carlos Monastery is in the city. It has a museum about this battle. San Lorenzo is also the hometown of famous Argentine football player Javier Mascherano.
Where San Lorenzo Is and What It Makes
San Lorenzo is at the end of an "Industrial Corridor" in Argentina. This means many factories are located here. The city has factories that process food, like edible oil and flour. There are also factories that make ceramics and chemicals.
Main Industries
The ports of San Lorenzo and nearby Puerto General San Martín are very important. They are among the biggest places in Argentina for exporting farm products. These products include soybeans, wheat, and maize (corn).
San Lorenzo's Port
San Lorenzo is one of Argentina's most important ports. It is mainly used for loading grain. The port is on the western bank of the Paraná River. It is about 14 miles (22 kilometers) from Rosario.
The port area includes three cities: San Lorenzo, Puerto San Martin, and Timbues. Together, these ports handle many different goods. They mostly handle grain, vegetable oil, and refined products. Many of the docks in this area are privately owned.
See also
In Spanish: San Lorenzo (Santa Fe) para niños
