Corrientes

Corrientes is the capital of Corrientes Province in northeastern Argentina, located on the eastern bank of the Paraná River. The streets follow a grid pattern with churches, government offices and residential areas stretching between the waterfront promenade and the outer districts.

Juan Torres de Vera y Aragón founded the settlement in 1588 as one of the first Spanish establishments in the region. The town grew into a trading hub along the river and served as an administrative center for the northeastern territory over the centuries.

The settlement takes its name from seven water currents visible along the riverbank. This geographic origin remains present in daily life, as residents gather in riverside parks and plazas near the shore.

The Costanera is a long riverside promenade suitable for walking and watching the river, especially during early morning or at dusk. A bridge connects the town with Resistencia on the opposite bank, providing access to the wider region.

The original name was Ciudad de Vera de las Siete Corrientes, referring to seven currents along the shore. This feature arose from the shape of peninsular points and inlets that influence the flow of the river at this location.

Location: Capital Department

Inception: 1588

Founders: Juan Torres de Vera y Aragón

Elevation above the sea: 52 m

Website: http://ciudaddecorrientes.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -27.48333,-58.81667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:07