Sarandí Grande facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sarandí Grande
City
Sarandí Grande, Uruguay
Sarandí Grande Location in Uruguay
Country	Uruguay
Department	Florida
Founded	1874
Population  (2011 Census)
• Total	6,130
Time zone	UTC -3
Postal code	94001
Dial plan	+598 4354 (+4 digits)

Sarandí Grande is a city located in the central part of Uruguay. It's found in the northern area of the Florida Department. This city has an interesting history and plays an important role in its region.

Where is Sarandí Grande?

Sarandí Grande is found right where two important roads meet: Route 5 and Route 42. It's about 140 kilometers (about 87 miles) away from Montevideo, which is the capital city of Uruguay.

The city is also about 43 kilometers (about 27 miles) north of Florida. Florida is the main city of the department where Sarandí Grande is located. It's also about 43 kilometers (about 27 miles) south of Durazno, which is the main city of the Durazno Department.

A Look at Sarandí Grande's History

The idea to create a village in this area was first approved a long time ago, on July 6, 1853. It was approved again on July 22, 1861. The village was officially started in October 1874, near the railway station.

On June 13, 1906, it was officially recognized as a "Pueblo," which means a village. At that time, it was the main center for the "Estación Sarandí" judicial area. Later, on October 15, 1923, its name was changed to "Sarandí," and its status was upgraded to "Villa," meaning a town.

Finally, on July 1, 1956, it was renamed "Sarandí Grande." Its status was then raised to "Ciudad," which means it became a city!

How Many People Live Here?

In 2011, Sarandí Grande had a population of 6,130 people. This makes it the second-largest city in the Florida Department.

Here's how the population has changed over the years:

This information comes from the Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay, which is like the national statistics office in Uruguay.

Important Buildings

Places of Worship

• Our Lady of the Pillar Parish Church (This is a Roman Catholic church.)

What Drives the Economy?

The economy of Sarandí Grande mainly depends on two things:

• Dairy farming: This means raising cows to produce milk and other dairy products.
• Agriculture: This involves growing crops and raising animals for food.

These activities are very important for the city's economy.

See also

In Spanish: Sarandí Grande (Florida) para niños