Tranqueras facts for kids
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Tranqueras
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City
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 Tranqueras
Location in Uruguay
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| Country |  Uruguay |
| Department |  Rivera |
| Population
(2011 Census)
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| • Total | 7,235 |
| Time zone | UTC -3 |
| Postal code |
40001
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| Dial plan | +598 4656 (+4 digits) |
Tranqueras is a city located in the Rivera Department in the northeast part of Uruguay. It's a lively place with a rich history and a growing population.
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Where is Tranqueras?
Tranqueras is found on Route 30. It's about 53 kilometers (around 33 miles) south-southwest of Rivera. Rivera is the main city and capital of the department. You can get there by taking Routes 5 and 30.
A Look at Tranqueras' History
For a long time, in the early 1800s, this area was known as Paso de Tranqueras. This name came from a bridge over the Tacuarembó Grande river.
In 1890, a French person named Marcos Bourré gave some land to the government. This land was used to build a railway station. When the railway arrived, it helped the village grow quickly. Soon, there were hotels, stores, and small businesses.
- On July 22, 1914, Tranqueras was officially called a "Pueblo" (which means village). This was made official by a law called Ley Nº 5.107.
- Later, on October 15, 1963, it became a "Villa" (a larger town). This change happened with Ley Nº 13.167.
- Finally, on December 13, 1994, Tranqueras was given the title of "Ciudad" (city). This was thanks to Ley Nº 16.667.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2011, the city of Tranqueras had 7,235 people living there. This makes it the second-largest place in the Rivera Department when it comes to how many people live there.
Here's how the population has changed over the years:
| Year | Population |
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| 1908 | 4,973 |
| 1963 | 3,658 |
| 1975 | 4,097 |
| 1985 | 4,469 |
| 1996 | 5,792 |
| 2004 | 7,284 |
| 2011 | 7,235 |
Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay (National Institute of Statistics of Uruguay)
Famous People from Tranqueras
Some well-known people have come from Tranqueras:
- Jonathan Deniz, a football (soccer) player.
- Carlos Olmedo, a famous tango singer and composer.
- Washington Ortega, another football (soccer) player.
- Brian Rodríguez, also a football (soccer) player.
- Richard Sander, a politician who served as the Intendant (like a mayor or governor) of Rivera.
Places to Worship
- Sacred Heart Parish Church is a Roman Catholic church in the city.
