Sarandí del Yí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sarandí del Yí
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The church of Sarandí del Yi
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 Sarandí del Yí
Location in Uruguay
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| Country |  Uruguay |
| Department |  Durazno |
| Founded | 1875 |
| Population
(2011 Census)
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| • Total | 7,176 |
| Time zone | UTC -3 |
| Postal code |
97100
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| Dial plan | +598 4367 (+4 digits) |
Sarandí del Yí is a city located in the middle of Uruguay. It's part of the Durazno Department.
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Where is Sarandí del Yí?
Sarandí del Yí is found on the north side of the Río Yi river. It sits where two main roads, Route 6 and Route 14, meet. The city is about 95 kilometers (59 miles) east of Durazno. Durazno is the capital city of the department. The closest town is Capilla del Sauce, about 18 kilometers (11 miles) south.
A Look at History
Sarandí del Yí started as a small village on December 19, 1875. A village is called a "Pueblo" in Spanish. Later, on June 13, 1906, it became a "Villa," which means it grew into a town. Finally, on August 23, 1956, it was officially named a "Ciudad," or city.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2011, about 7,176 people lived in Sarandí del Yí. The number of people living in the city has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and changed:
| Year | Population |
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| 1908 | 3,988 |
| 1963 | 5,882 |
| 1975 | 6,355 |
| 1985 | 5,910 |
| 1996 | 6,662 |
| 2004 | 7,289 |
| 2011 | 7,176 |
The information above comes from the Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay. This is Uruguay's national statistics office.
Places to Visit
- St. Anthony of Padua Parish Church (Roman Catholic)
Sports in the City
Sarandí del Yí is home to a sports club called Club Nacional de Fútbol (Sarandí del Yi). This club was started in 1911 and is known for its athletics.
See also
In Spanish: Sarandí del Yi para niños
