Teustepe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Teustepe
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Municipality
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 Teustepe
Location in Nicaragua
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| Country |  Nicaragua |
| Department | Boaco Department |
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| • Municipality | 249.32 sq mi (645.73 km2) |
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| • Municipality | 26,265 |
| • Density | 105.3475/sq mi (40.6749/km2) |
| • Urban | 3,953 |
Teustepe is a town and an area (called a municipality) in Nicaragua. It is part of the Boaco department. In 2006, about 26,800 people lived in the municipality. The main town of Teustepe had about 3,500 people. It is about 94 kilometers (58 miles) from Managua, the capital city of Nicaragua.
The people of Teustepe mostly work in farming. They raise a lot of livestock, like cows. Some people also work in small tourism businesses, especially around the Aguas Termales (hot springs). There are also small family businesses that make handicrafts.
The current mayor of Teustepe is Ada Lila Incer. She is from a political group called the FSLN.
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History of Teustepe
The name Teustepe comes from an old native language called Chorotega. Teote means "God" and Tepec means "Place" or "Town." So, Teustepe means "Town of God" or "Place of God."
Moving the Town
The first people lived in a place called El Tamarindo. This was to the northwest of where Teustepe is now. But the Malacatoya River often flooded their homes. Because of these floods, the people moved. They moved between September and December in 1776. They settled in a new place called Camoapilla, which is now the town of Teustepe.
A Place of Resistance
Teustepe is important in history because of its strong stand during a war. This war was against an American adventurer named William Walker. He was a "filibuster," which means he tried to take over countries for himself.
In April 1861, a military area was created in Teustepe. This was done by General Tomás Martínez. This military area helped protect the towns of Boaco, San Lorenzo, and San José de los Remates.
Teustepe Becomes a City
On February 28, 1970, Teustepe was officially declared a city by law.
Local Celebrations
The people of Teustepe have special celebrations throughout the year.
Santa Rita de Casia Festivities
One important celebration is in honor of Santa Rita de Casia. These festivities usually happen between May 18 and May 23 each year.
Virgin of Candelaria
Another big event is held to honor the Virgin of Candelaria. This celebration takes place on February 2.
See Also
- In Spanish: Teustepe for kids
