Esquina, Corrientes

Esquina is a city in Corrientes Province, Argentina. It is the capital of the Esquina Department.

Esquina
City
Esquina is located in Argentina
Esquina
Esquina
Location of Esquina in Argentina
Coordinates: 29°09′S 59°15′W
Country Argentina
Province Corrientes
DepartmentEsquina
Population
 • Total26,399
DemonymEsquinense
Time zoneUTC-3 (ART)
CPA base
W3196
Dialing code+54 3777

History

The city of Esquina was found by Benito Lamela in 1806, who gave the name to the city.[1] In April 2016, a major flood caused a large portion of the city to be underwater. Over 300 people were evacuated, and the height of floodwaters reached at least 1 m (3.3 ft) in some neighborhoods.[2]

Festivals

In January and February, many tourists visit Esquina to enjoy the street carnivals.

In March, the town hosts the Fiesta Nacional del Pacú, a fishing competition which attracts around 25,000 visitors.

Famous people

Both parents of Diego Maradona were raised in Esquina.

See also

References
  1. "Historia de Esquina" (in Spanish). welcomeargentina.com. Retrieved June 28, 2016.
  2. "Argentina and Uruguay – Floods Displace Thousands After 4 Days of Heavy Rain". Masoero, Alessandro. April 8, 2016. Retrieved June 28, 2016.

Municipal information: Municipal Affairs Federal Institute (IFAM), Municipal Affairs Secretariat, Ministry of Interior, Argentina. (in Spanish)


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