Kinna facts for kids
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Kinna
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View over Skene (the urban district of Kinna)
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 Kinna
Location in Västra Götaland
Kinna
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Västergötland |
| County | Västra Götaland County |
| Municipality | Mark Municipality |
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| • Total | 14.24 km2 (5.50 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 14,776 |
| • Density | 1,038/km2 (2,690/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Kinna is a town in Sweden. It is the main town, also called the seat, of Mark Municipality in Västra Götaland County. In 2010, about 14,776 people lived there.
Kinna is located about 30 kilometers (19 miles) south of Borås. It is also about 60 kilometers (37 miles) southeast of Gothenburg. The original town of Kinna has grown over time. It now includes the nearby areas of Skene and Örby. Together, these places form the Kinna we know today.
Famous People from Kinna
Many interesting people come from Kinna. Here are a few well-known individuals:
- Jonas Jerebko: A professional basketball player. He was the second Swedish-born player ever chosen in the NBA draft.
- Michael Jernberg: A famous rallycross driver.
- Oskar Palmquist: A basketball player who plays for Rutgers University in the United States.
- Gabriella Quevedo: A talented musician known for playing the guitar.
See also
In Spanish: Kinna para niños
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