Santiago del Estero Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

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1. Where is Santiago del Estero Province?Northern Argentina, bordered by Salta, Chaco, Santa Fe, Córdoba, Catamarca, and Tucumán
2. How many people live in Santiago del Estero Province?Approximately 1,052,779 (2022 census)
3. How big is Santiago del Estero Province?136,351 square kilometers (52,646 square miles)
4. What is the capital of Santiago del Estero Province?Santiago del Estero city, founded in 1553
5. What language do people speak in Santiago del Estero Province?Spanish
6. What is the key economic activities?Agriculture (corn, wheat, soybeans, cattle), artisanal production (textiles, leather goods)

Federal System: A form of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
Indigenous Heritage: The cultural traditions, customs, and knowledge passed down from the original inhabitants of a region.
Artisanal Production: The creation of goods by skilled craftspeople, often by hand, emphasizing quality and tradition.