Villa María, Córdoba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villa María
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 Villa María
Location in Córdoba Province
Villa María
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Córdoba |
| Department | General San Martín |
| Founded | September 27, 1867 |
| Founded by | Manuel Anselmo Ocampo |
| Elevation | 196 m (643 ft) |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 79,356 |
| Demonym(s) | villamariense |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
X5900
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| Dialing code | +54 353 |
| Website | Official website: http://www.villamaria.gov.ar/ |
Villa María is a city in Córdoba Province, Argentina. It is the main city of the General San Martín Department. The city was founded on September 27, 1867, by Manuel Anselmo Ocampo.
Villa María is located in a very rich farming area. This region is especially known for producing a lot of milk, making it a leader in Argentina. About 79,356 people live in Villa María, based on the 2010 census. This makes it one of the biggest cities in the Córdoba Province.
The city is about 137 kilometers (85 miles) southeast of Córdoba, which is the capital city of the province. Villa María sits on the left bank of the Tercero River. It is also near the center of Argentina. Important roads like National Routes 9 and 158 meet here. It is also right next to a major highway that connects Córdoba and Buenos Aires.
Famous People from Villa María
Many talented people come from Villa María. Here are a few:
- Sol Gabetta: A famous cellist, which is someone who plays the cello.
- Rubén Magnano: A well-known basketball coach.
- Mauro Rosales: A professional football (soccer) player.
- Yayo Guridi: A popular humorist, known for making people laugh.
- Karina Jelinek: A well-known model.
- Franco Jara: Another professional football (soccer) player.
- Albano Bizzarri: A professional football (soccer) goalkeeper.
See also
In Spanish: Villa María (Córdoba) para niños
