Flores Department, Administrative division in central Uruguay
Description
Flores Department is an administrative region in central Uruguay, bordered by Durazno to the north and San José to the south. The territory contains grasslands and agricultural areas, with Trinidad serving as the main administrative hub.
History
The department was created in 1885 when authorities divided San José Department during the presidency of Máximo Santos. This division established a new administrative territory with its own governing structure and capital.
Culture
Chamangá's rock art sites reveal how indigenous peoples once lived in this territory, leaving behind paintings in caves that testify to their presence. Walking among these ancient markings offers a sense of connection to the people who inhabited the land long ago.
Practical
Trinidad serves as the central point for administrative services and everyday needs across the region. The landscape consists mostly of open fields and pastures that make travel on foot or by vehicle straightforward.
Did you know?
The grasslands are home to more than a hundred bird species that thrive in this agricultural setting. Rufous horneros, green parrots, and southern lapwings are commonly seen and add a distinctive rhythm to daily life in the area.
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