Junín, Buenos Aires

Junín (IPA: [xuˈnin]) is a city in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and administrative seat of the partido of Junín. It has a population of 85,420 (2010 census [INDEC]) and is located 260 km (162 mi) west of the city of Buenos Aires. It is mostly known for being the hometown of former first lady of Argentina Eva Perón.

Junín
City
Downtown Junín
Junín
Junín
Coordinates: 34°35′S 60°57′W
Country Argentina
Province Buenos Aires
PartidoJunín
FoundedDecember 27, 1827
Elevation
81 m (266 ft)
Population
 (2010 census [INDEC])
  Total85,420
  Density3,434/km2 (8,890/sq mi)
CPA Base
B 6000
Area code+54 236
Patron saintSaint Ignatius of Loyola
WebsiteOfficial website
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