Media Luna, Cuba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Media Luna
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Media Luna municipality (red) within
Granma Province (yellow) and Cuba |
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| Country | Cuba |
| Province | Granma |
| Area | |
| • Total | 376 km2 (145 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 31,589 |
| • Density | 84.01/km2 (217.59/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| Area code(s) | +53-23 |
| Website | https://www.medialuna.gob.cu/es/ |
Media Luna (pronounced "Meh-dya Loo-na") is a town and a special area called a municipality in Cuba. It is part of the Granma Province. The town is located right on the coast, next to the Gulf of Guacanayabo. You can find it between two other towns, Niquero and Campechuela.
Media Luna is known for its coastal location. It is a place where many people live and work. The name "Media Luna" means "Half Moon" in Spanish.
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Population and Area
How Many People Live Here?
In 2022, about 31,589 people lived in the municipality of Media Luna. This number helps us understand how big the community is.
Size of Media Luna
The total area of Media Luna is about 376 square kilometers (which is about 145 square miles). To give you an idea, this is roughly the size of a medium-sized city.
Population Density
Because of its size and population, Media Luna has a population density of about 94 people per square kilometer. This means that, on average, 94 people live in every square kilometer of the municipality.
Getting Around Media Luna
Main Roads and Transport
The town of Media Luna is connected by an important state highway. This road is called the "Circuito Sur de Oriente" (CSO). It helps people travel to and from Media Luna and other places in the region. Roads are very important for moving goods and people.
See also
In Spanish: Media Luna (Cuba) para niños
