San Luis, Uruguay facts for kids

Quick facts for kids San Luis
Village
San Luis, Uruguay Location in Uruguay
Country	Uruguay
Department	Canelones Department
Population  (2011)
• Total	1,878
Time zone	UTC -3
Postal code	16300
Dial plan	+598 4378 (+4 digits)

San Luis is a small village and a popular vacation spot located on the Costa de Oro (Gold Coast) in southern Uruguay. It is part of the Canelones Department, a region known for its beautiful beaches. Many people visit San Luis to enjoy its coastal charm and relaxing atmosphere.

Geography

Where is San Luis Located?

San Luis is found at Kilometre 63 along the Ruta Interbalnearia, which is a main road connecting different beach towns. To its east, you'll find the resort of Los Titanes. To the west, it borders Guazú - Virá. The Arroyo del Bagre, a small stream, forms a natural boundary with Guazú - Virá.

History

Becoming a Village

San Luis officially became a "Pueblo," which means a village, on October 15, 1963. This change in its status was made possible by a special law, Ley Nº 13.167. This was an important step in its development.

Population

How Many People Live in San Luis?

In 2011, the village of San Luis had a population of 1,878 people. The number of residents has grown quite a bit over the years, especially as more people discovered its appeal as a resort and a place to live.

Here's how the population has changed:

Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay (National Institute of Statistics of Uruguay)

See also

• In Spanish: San Luis (Uruguay) for kids