Jardín
Jardín (English: Garden), is a town and municipality in the southwest region of Antioquia, Colombia. It is bounded by the Andes, Jericó, and Támesis municipalities to the north and the Caldas department to the south. The municipality is located between the San Juan River and a branch of the Western Cordillera. Jardín is identified by its preserved colonial architecture, lush vegetation, and abundant rivers and streams.
Jardín | |
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Municipality and town | |
Jardín, Colombia in October 2006 | |
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Flag Seal | |
Location of the municipality and town of Jardín in the Antioquia Department of Colombia | |
Jardín Location in Colombia | |
| Coordinates: 5°35′55″N 75°49′10″W | |
| Country | Colombia |
| Department | Antioquia Department |
| Subregion | Southwestern |
| Area | |
| • Total | 224 km2 (86 sq mi) |
| Population (Census 2018) | |
| • Total | 13,541 |
| • Density | 60/km2 (160/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) |
| Website | www |
Among others, rivers that flow through Jardin include the San Juan, Claro, and Dojurgo. Trout that is caught in the local rivers is a popular dish in the area.
The municipal anthem of the town is "Hymn to Jardín". Mean daily temperatures are 19°C with moderate humidity.
According to the 2018 census, the population comprised 13,541 people.