Zagarzazú facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zagarzazú
Balneario Zagarzazú
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Village, resort
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 Zagarzazú
Location in Uruguay
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| Country |  Uruguay |
| Department | Colonia Department |
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(2011)
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| • Total | 96 |
| Time zone | UTC -3 |
| Postal code |
70100
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| Dial plan | +598 4542 (+4 digits) |
Zagarzazú, also known as Balneario Zagarzazú, is a small resort village located in the southwest of Uruguay. It's found in the Colonia Department, a region known for its beautiful coastlines. This quiet spot is a popular place for people to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
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Where is Zagarzazú Located?
Zagarzazú is right on the coast of the Río Uruguay, a big river that forms part of Uruguay's border. It's situated north of the city of Carmelo and just south of Route 21.
Nearby Attractions
To the west of the resort, you'll find the Four Seasons Resort of Carmelo. North of this hotel and the village, there's a large golf course. These features make Zagarzazú a great place for vacations and outdoor activities.
How Many People Live in Zagarzazú?
In 2011, Zagarzazú had 96 people living there all the time. There were also 165 houses. Many of these houses are rented by people from Carmelo. They might stay for summer holidays or live there all year, especially if they work at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Zagarzazú has grown over the years. Here's a look at how the population has changed:
| Year | Population | Dwellings |
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| 1975 | 18 | 41 |
| 1985 | 20 | 37 |
| 1996 | 41 | 65 |
| 2004 | 66 | |
| 2011 | 96 | 165 |
Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay
The Story of Zagarzazú
The resort was founded by a person named Isidro "Chiquito" Zagarzazú. You can find a statue honoring him at the end of the road leading to the beach.
Zagarzazú International Airport
Just east of the resort is the Zagarzazú International Airport. This airport was built at the same time as the resort by Isidro Zagarzazú himself. Later, he gave the airport to the city of Carmelo so it could become an international airport.
Airport Traffic
In 2009, the airport was quite busy. About 20 private planes landed there each day. These planes brought people who came to play golf or stay at the Four Seasons Hotel. There have been discussions about making it a domestic airport again to help increase flights to the nearby Colonia Airport.
Enjoying Zagarzazú Beach
The beach at Zagarzazú is very pretty. It reminds many people of the beaches along the Costa de Oro in the Canelones Department. However, Zagarzazú's beach usually has fewer visitors, making it a peaceful place to relax.
See also
In Spanish: Zagarzazú (Uruguay) para niños
