La Capital Department

La Capital Department is an administrative area in the center-east of Santa Fe Province, bordering the Paraná River and several neighboring departments. The territory contains fourteen municipalities and settlements that together form a significant administrative region.

Santa Fe, the department's principal city, was founded in the 16th century and later became a central administrative hub for the region. This early establishment shaped the area's importance for provincial development.

The department includes fourteen municipalities and communities, with Santa Fe city preserving architectural elements from different periods of Argentine development.

The department is well connected through main highways and public transportation systems that link Santa Fe with neighboring communities and other provincial areas. Visitors should note the riverside location, as this influences transportation routes and access options.

La Capital Department houses 490,000 residents, making it the second most populated department in Santa Fe Province after Rosario Department.

Location: Santa Fe Province

Capital city: Santa Fe

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

GPS coordinates: -31.63333,-60.70000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44