Antilla, Cuba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Antilla
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Antilla municipality (red) within
Holguín Province (yellow) and Cuba |
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| Country | Cuba | |
| Province | Holguín | |
| Established | January 21 1925 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 101 km2 (39 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 21,332 | |
| • Density | 211.2/km2 (547.0/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| Area code(s) | +53-24 | |
| Website | Municipality website | |
Antilla is a town and a special area called a municipality in Holguín Province, Cuba. It was started on January 21, 1925. Antilla began as a place for trains to stop and a port town. This means it was important for moving goods and people by both train and ship.
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Where is Antilla Located?
Antilla is found on the north-eastern coast of Cuba. It sits on a piece of land that sticks out into the sea. This land is between two large bodies of water: the Gulf of Nipe and Banes Bay.
Size and Communities
The municipality of Antilla covers an area of about 101 square kilometers. That's about 39 square miles. Inside this area, there are several smaller communities. Some of these include Bijarú, Canalito, and San Jerónimo.
How Many People Live in Antilla?
In 2021, about 21,332 people lived in the municipality of Antilla. To understand how crowded it is, we look at its population density. This means how many people live in each square kilometer. Antilla has about 210 people living in each square kilometer.
Famous People from Antilla
- Pablo Ferro (1935–2018) was a well-known graphic designer. He was also famous for designing film titles. He was born in Cuba but later became an American citizen.
See also
In Spanish: Antilla (Cuba) para niños
