Santa Eulalia is a

town A town is a type of a human settlement, generally larger than a village but smaller than a city. The criteria for distinguishing a town vary globally, often depending on factors such as population size, economic character, administrative stat ...

and seat of the municipality of Aquiles Serdán, in the northern

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of Chihuahua. In 2010, the town had a population of 7,135, up from 2,089 in 2005. Founded in 1652 by Diego del Castillo, it is one of the oldest settlements in the state. Mining began in the Santa Eulalia Mining District in the early 18th century. Early production was primarily silver. More recently, the mines have produced zinc and lead. Production has been intermittent since the 1990s.Mexican Mining Rail Excursion
''Mining Engineering'', 1982

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Populated places in Chihuahua (state) Populated places established in 1652 1652 establishments in New Spain {{Chihuahua-geo-stub