Jamay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jamay
|
|
|---|---|
|
Municipality and town
|
|
.jpg)
The main square of Jamay, Jalisco
|
|
Location of the municipality in Jalisco
|
|
 Jamay
Location in Mexico
|
|
| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Jalisco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 174.49 km2 (67.37 sq mi) |
| • Town | 3.41 km2 (1.32 sq mi) |
| Population
(2020 census)
|
|
| • Total | 24,894 |
| • Density | 142.667/km2 (369.506/sq mi) |
| • Town | 18,607 |
| • Town density | 5,457/km2 (14,133/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central Standard Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time) |
Jamay is a lively municipality and town located in the eastern part of Jalisco, Mexico. It sits at about 1,530 meters (or 5,020 feet) above sea level. This makes it a place with a nice, elevated view!
Jamay covers an area of 174.49 square kilometers. That's about 0.14% of the entire state of Jalisco. It's a growing area, known for its friendly community and fun events.
Where is Jamay Located?
Jamay is surrounded by other interesting places. To the north, you'll find the municipalities of Ocotlán and La Barca. La Barca also borders Jamay to the east and south. To the south, Jamay also touches the state of Michoacán and Ocotlán. To the west, it's next to Ocotlán and the beautiful Lake Chapala.
Towns and Communities in Jamay
The municipality of Jamay includes 17 different towns and communities. The main town, which is like the capital of the municipality, is also called Jamay. Some other important towns are:
- San Miguel de la Paz
- San Agustín
- Maltaraña
- Los Capulines
What Makes Jamay Special?
Jamay is famous for a unique monument found right in the middle of its main square. This monument was built to honor Pope Pius IX. It's a special landmark that many visitors come to see.
Jamay is also one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Jalisco. This means more people are choosing to live there, and the area is developing quickly. The community loves to celebrate! Every September, on Mexico's Independence Day, Jamay hosts exciting pageants. They also have major sporting events throughout the year, bringing people together for fun and competition.
See also
In Spanish: Jamay para niños
