The town of Diamante was founded 27 February 1836. There are many nationalities represented in the city. Over the years, many Volga German families from the rural areas of Entre Ríos moved to Diamante, many settling in nearby Strobel.
Church
The current rectory was the first church of Diamante, built in 1850. It is named in honor of St. Cyprian (San Cipriano). The current building was constructed in 1890 and is dedicated to the Virgen de la Merced.
The congregation of St. Cyprian was served by the following priests:
Fr. Konrad Hummel (1911-1914)
Elena Vega Stehle
- City of Diamante (official tourism site)
- History of the City of Diamante (Ricardo Brumatti)
- Municipalidad de Diamante
Colonies
Iglesia San Cipriano in Diamante.
Source: Elena Vega Stehle.
The Micle (Michel) Family. Photo taken in Diamante (1919).
Source: Aldea Marienfeld FB.