Arjona, Colombia
Arjona | ||
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Municipality and town | ||
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Location of the municipality and town of Arjona in the Bolívar Department of Colombia | ||
Arjona Location in Colombia | ||
Coordinates: 10°15′31″N 75°20′46″W / 10.25861°N 75.34611°W | ||
Country | Colombia | |
Department | Bolívar Department | |
Founded | 1775 | |
Government | ||
• Mayor | Orlando José Cogollo Torres | |
Area | ||
• Total | 566 km2 (219 sq mi) | |
Elevation | 63 m (207 ft) | |
Population (2005) | ||
• Total | 62,136 | |
• Density | 110/km2 (280/sq mi) | |
Demonym | Arjonero | |
Area code(s) | 57 + 5 | |
Website | Official website (Spanish) |
Arjona is a town and municipality located in the Bolívar Department, northern Colombia. It is close to Cartagena de Indias.
Notable residents
- Ernesto Frieri, professional baseball player
- José Quintana, professional baseball player
Coordinates: 10°15′31″N 75°20′46″W / 10.25861°N 75.34611°W