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Jardín
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Also known as Jardin

Jardín (), 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 architectural heritage, lush vegetation, and abundant rivers and streams.

Key facts

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Jardín
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Municipality and town
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PanorámicaJardínAntioquia.jpg
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Jardín, Colombia in October 2006
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Flag of Jardín (Antioquia).svg
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Nuevo escudo de El Jardín (Antioquia).svg
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Colombia - Antioquia - Jardín.svg
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250px
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Location of the municipality and town of Jardín in the Antioquia Department of Colombia
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Colombia
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250
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Location in Colombia
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Country
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Department
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Antioquia Department
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Subregion
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Southwestern
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224

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Wikidata facts

Population
13748
Area
224
Elevation
1750
Image
Panorámica de Jardín, Antioquia, 2022.jpg
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Commons category
Jardín
inception
1864-00-00
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13 sections
Contents
  • Toponymy
  • History
  • Climate
  • Architecture
  • Demographics
  • Economy
  • Places of interest
  • Main plaza
  • Cable-car ride
  • Other attractions
  • Gallery
  • References
  • External links

Jardín (), 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 architectural heritage, lush vegetation, and abundant rivers and streams.

Among others, rivers that flow through Jardin include the San Juan, Claro, and Dojurgo. Trout caught in the local rivers is a popular dish in the area.

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