Sunchales facts for kids
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Sunchales
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 Sunchales
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Santa Fe |
| Department | Castellanos |
| Area | |
| • Total | 360 km2 (140 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 87 m (285 ft) |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 21,304 |
| • Density | 59.2/km2 (153.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
S2322
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| Dialing code | +54 3493 |
| Website | https://www.sunchales.gob.ar/ |
Sunchales is a city in the province of Santa Fe, Argentina. About 21,304 people lived there in 2010. It is in the center-west part of the province. The city is about 135 kilometers (84 miles) from Santa Fe, the provincial capital. It is located right on National Route 34.
Sunchales is in a very rich farming area of Argentina. This area is called the Humid Pampa. It is also known as the "central milk basin." This means it produces most of Argentina's dairy products. These products are then sent to other countries through ports on the Paraná River. These ports include Rosario and San Lorenzo. Sunchales is also an important stop for the Nuevo Central Argentino railway.
The city is famous as the starting place of SanCor. This is a large dairy cooperative, which is like a business owned by its members. SanCor is a leader in dairy products in Argentina. Because of this, Sunchales is called the Provincial Capital of Cooperativism. It holds big celebrations for the International Day of Cooperatives every July.
Sunchales also hosts the National Festival of Children's Soccer in October. The city celebrates its patron saint, Charles Borromeo, on November 4. The city has a professional basketball team called Libertad Sunchales. This team plays in Argentina's top league, the National Basketball League.
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How Did Sunchales Begin?
Early Fort and Settlements
A fort was built in the Sunchales area on April 11, 1796. Its job was to stop attacks from local tribes. It also protected a road used to carry mercury. This mercury was moved from Buenos Aires to mines in what is now Peru. About 1,000 people lived near this fort.
In 1810, Argentina began its fight for independence. Many soldiers from the fort joined an expedition. This group was led by Manuel Belgrano and went to Paraguay. After the soldiers left, a local tribe attacked. The settlement was then abandoned.
New Colonists and Challenges
In 1867, new settlers came to the area from Esperanza. This happened when Nicasio Oroño was the provincial governor. But the fort was again left empty. Its soldiers were sent to fight tribes in other parts of Argentina. The new settlers also left the area.
A few years later, more immigrants arrived. They came from Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, Britain, and Belgium. Governor Mariano Cabal supported them. However, they faced many problems. There were bad harvests and not enough food. Attacks from native groups also made it hard to stay. So, this settlement failed too.
The Final Attempt and City Status
The last attempt to settle Sunchales was led by Carlos Christiani. The first immigrants arrived in 1884. The plan for this new colony was approved on October 19, 1886. This approval came from Governor José Gálvez. Sunchales officially became a city in 1967. This was on the 81st anniversary of its official founding.
What Sports Teams are in Sunchales?
Sunchales is home to two main sports clubs. One is Libertad Sunchales, which has both basketball and soccer teams. The other club is Club Atlético Unión de Sunchales. Both clubs are important for sports in the city.
How Do People Travel to Sunchales?
Sunchales has an airport called Sunchales Aeroclub Airport. In the past, airlines like Aerochaco offered flights there. However, as of 2017, there are no regular commercial flights. Most people travel by road or train.
Does Sunchales Have a Sister City?
Yes, Sunchales has a sister city. It is Rivarolo Canavese in Italy. They became sister cities in the year 2000.
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See also
In Spanish: Sunchales para niños
