Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Valentín Alsina
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 Valentín Alsina, Buenos Aires
Location in Greater Buenos Aires
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Buenos Aires |
| Partido | Lanús |
| Founded | 1874 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Population
(2001 census [INDEC])
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| • Total | 41,155 |
| CPA Base |
B 1822
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| Area code(s) | +54 11 |
Valentín Alsina is a cool city in the Lanús Partido area of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It's right next to the big city of Buenos Aires itself. This means it's part of a huge urban area called Gran Buenos Aires.
History of Valentín Alsina
This city got its name from a very important person named Valentín Alsina. He lived from 1802 to 1869. Valentín Alsina was a Governor of the independent State of Buenos Aires two times! A governor is like the leader of a state or province.
Valentín Alsina is also known as one of the "cien barrios porteños." This means it's considered one of the 100 historic neighborhoods of the main city area.
Famous People from Valentín Alsina
Lots of talented people have come from Valentín Alsina! Here are a few:
- Jorge Carrascosa (born 1948), a famous former football player.
- Gustavo Adrián López (born 1973), another great football player.
- Mabel Manzotti (1938–2012), an actress who starred in movies, plays, and TV shows.
- Ricardo Montaner (born 1957), a popular singer and songwriter.
- Edmundo Rivero (1911-1986), a well-known tango singer and composer.
- Sandro (1945–2010), a super famous singer and actor, sometimes called "Sandro de América."
See also
Want to learn more in Spanish? Check out this page: Valentín Alsina (Lanús) para niños
