Tures facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tures
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District
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 Tures
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | Santo Domingo |
| Creation | 10 December 1971 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.9 km2 (1.5 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,260 m (4,130 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,452 |
| • Density | 885/km2 (2,292/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40307
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Tures, often called Ángeles or Los Ángeles, is a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Santo Domingo canton, which is located in the Heredia province. Think of a district as a specific area or neighborhood within a larger town or region.
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A Look Back at Tures
Tures became an official district on December 10, 1971. This happened because of a special government decision called a "Decreto Ejecutivo." Before that, Tures was part of another district named San Miguel. This change meant Tures got its own official identity and boundaries.
Where is Tures Located?
Tures covers an area of about 3.9 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 390 football fields! It's also quite high up, at an elevation of 1,260 meters above sea level. This means it's located in a hilly or mountainous area, which can offer cool temperatures and nice views.
How Many People Live in Tures?
In 2011, a special count of people called a census was done in Costa Rica. The census found that 3,452 people lived in Tures at that time. A census helps us understand how many people live in an area and how communities are growing.
Getting Around Tures
The district of Tures has several important roads that help people travel. These roads connect Tures to other places and make it easier to get around.
Main Road Routes
Here are some of the main roads that pass through Tures:
National Route 116
National Route 117
National Route 504
See also
In Spanish: Tures para niños
