San Pedro del Norte facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Pedro del Norte
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Municipality
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 San Pedro del Norte
Location in Nicaragua
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| Country |  Nicaragua |
| Department | Chinandega |
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| • Municipality | 28 sq mi (72 km2) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 4,719 |
| • Density | 169.8/sq mi (65.5/km2) |
| • Urban | 651 |
San Pedro del Norte (pronounced sam PAY-dro del NOR-teh) is a small area in Nicaragua. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area. It belongs to the Chinandega department. A department is a larger region, similar to a state or province.
Geography of San Pedro del Norte
This municipality covers an area of about 71.54 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of a small city. It has some interesting natural features.
Mountains and Borders
The area includes part of the La Botija mountain range. These mountains form a natural border with Honduras to the northwest. This means San Pedro del Norte is very close to another country.
Rivers and Waterways
Two important rivers flow through San Pedro del Norte. The Guasaule River and the Torondano River both cross the municipality. Rivers are often important for local life and nature.
See also
In Spanish: San Pedro del Norte para niños
