Pivijay

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Pivijay
Location of the municipality and town of Pivijay in the Department of Magdalena.
Location of the municipality and town of Pivijay in the Department of Magdalena.
Country Colombia
Region Caribbean
Department Magdalena
Foundation 1774
Government
 - Mayor
Population (2005)
 - Total 38,307
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Website:
www.pivijay-magdalena.gov.co

Pivijay is a town and municipality of the Colombian Department of Magdalena. Founded in 1774 by José Flores, Julian Valera y Antonio Sánchez. Promoted to municipality in 1912.

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Corregimientos:

  • Avianca
  • Canoas
  • Caraballo
  • Chinoblas
  • Garrapatas
  • Las Piedras
  • Media Luna
  • Paraco (Carmen del Magdalena)
  • Paraíso
  • Piñuelas
  • Placitas
  • Salaminita

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Coordinates: 10°28′N, 74°37′W

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