Esquina is a city in Corrientes Province, Argentina. It is the capital of the Esquina Department.
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| Coordinates: 29°09′S 59°15′W / 29.150°S 59.250°W | |
| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Corrientes |
| Department | Esquina |
| Population | |
• Total | 26,399 |
| Demonym | Esquinense |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| CPA base | W3196 |
| Dialing code | +54 3777 |
History
editThe 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
editIn 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.
Notable people
editBoth parents of Diego Maradona were raised in Esquina.
See also
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References
edit- ^ "Historia de Esquina" (in Spanish). welcomeargentina.com. Retrieved June 28, 2016.
- ^ "Argentina and Uruguay – Floods Displace Thousands After 4 Days of Heavy Rain". Masoero, Alessandro. April 8, 2016. Retrieved June 28, 2016.
External links
edit- Municipal information: Municipal Affairs Federal Institute (IFAM), Municipal Affairs Secretariat, Ministry of Interior, Argentina. (in Spanish)
- (in Spanish) Municipal website
- Local news in Esquina, Corrientes
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