Bejucal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bejucal
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Bejucal railway station
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Bejucal municipality (red) within
Mayabeque Province (yellow) and Cuba |
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| Country | Cuba | |
| Province | Mayabeque | |
| Founded | 1874 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 120 km2 (50 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 105 m (344 ft) | |
| Population
(2022)
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| • Total | 28,205 | |
| • Density | 235/km2 (609/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| Area code(s) | +53-7 | |
Bejucal is a town and a municipality (a type of local government area) in the Mayabeque Province of Cuba. It was started way back in 1713. Bejucal is famous for being the end point of the very first railroad built in Cuba and all of Latin America. This important railroad opened in 1837.
The town is also known for one of Cuba's most popular and traditional carnival festivals. This lively event is called "Charangas de Bejucal." Bejucal has also been an important place for telecommunications. It has hosted broadcasts for different news and media networks. It is also home to a station that listens to radio signals.
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Where is Bejucal Located?
The municipality of Bejucal is located in a central spot. To the north, it shares a border with Boyeros, which is a part of Havana. To the east, it borders San José de las Lajas.
To the south, you'll find Quivicán. On the west side, it borders San Antonio de los Baños.
Parts of Bejucal
Bejucal is divided into several smaller areas called barrios. These include:
- Bejucal
- Beltrán
- Cuatro Caminos
- Rancho Recreo
- Buenaventura
- Caguazo
- Río Hondo
How Many People Live in Bejucal?
In 2022, the municipality of Bejucal had a population of 28,205 people. The total area of Bejucal is about 120 km2 (46 sq mi). This means that for every square kilometer, there are about 240/km2 (620/sq mi) people living there.
Famous People from Bejucal
Some well-known people have lived in Bejucal. These include:
- Andy García: A famous actor who was born here. He lived in Bejucal until he was five years old.
- Albio Sires: A politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives for New Jersey.
- NJ Perez: An author known for writing historical novels.
