Jiquilpan, Michoacán facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jiquilpan
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| Nickname(s):
Ciudad de las Jacarandas
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| Motto(s):
Generamos Cultura y Patriotismo
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| Country | Mexico | |
| State | Michoacán | |
| Foundation (municipality) | 1831 | |
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| • Type | Municipality | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 242.13 km2 (93.49 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 36,158 municipality (2,020) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| Postal Code |
59510
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| Area code(s) | +52 (Mexico) / +353 (Jiquilpan) | |
Jiquilpan is a town and a municipality (which is like a county or district) in the Mexican state of Michoacán. Its full name is Jiquilpan de Juárez. The name Jiquilpan comes from a Náhuatl word. It means "place of tint plants." These plants were used to make dyes.
Jiquilpan is sometimes called "Ciudad de las Jacarandas." This means "City of Jacarandas." Jacaranda trees have beautiful purple flowers.
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Famous People from Jiquilpan
Jiquilpan is famous for being the hometown of several important people.
Presidents of Mexico
Two former presidents of Mexico were born here:
- Anastasio Bustamante: He was president three times in the mid-1800s.
- Lázaro Cárdenas: He was one of Mexico's most well-liked presidents. He served from 1934 to 1940.
Actors and Musicians
Jiquilpan is also the birthplace of other talented individuals:
- Damián Alcázar: He is a well-known actor and movie director. You might have seen him in movies like The Crime of Father Amaro or The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.
- Rafael Méndez: He was a very talented trumpet player. He was known around the world for his amazing music.
Sister Cities and Population
Jiquilpan has special connections with two cities in the United States:
These connections are called "sister city exchange programs." Many people from Jiquilpan have moved to these Californian cities. In 2000, Jiquilpan had about 25,778 people. However, during certain times of the year, the population can grow to 50,000. This happens when workers who travel for jobs come to stay.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Jiquilpan para niños
