Villa Huidobro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villa Huidobro
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 Villa Huidobro
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Córdoba |
| Department | General Roca |
| Population | |
| • Total | 5,155 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
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X6275
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| Dialing code | +54 2336 |
Villa Huidobro is a city located in the southwest part of the Córdoba province in Argentina. It is also sometimes called Cañada Verde. This city is home to about 5,155 people, based on the 2001 census. It serves as the main town for the General Roca Department.
Where is Villa Huidobro?
Villa Huidobro is located about 380 kilometers (236 miles) south of Córdoba, which is the capital city of the province. It is also quite close to the border with La Pampa Province, only about 18 kilometers (11 miles) north of it.
A Bit of History
The city of Villa Huidobro was named after a person named José Ruiz Huidobro. He was once the governor of the San Luis Province. In 1833, José Ruiz Huidobro led a group during a historical event known as the Desert Campaign. During this campaign, his group had a conflict with the Ranquel chieftain, Yanquetruz, at a place called Las Acollaradas Lakes, which is near the city.
See also
In Spanish: Villa Huidobro para niños
