Minas de Matahambre facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Minas de Matahambre
Municipality
Cayo Jutías, part of the municipality and of the Colorados Archipelago
Minas de Matahambre municipality (red) within Pinar del Río Province (yellow) and Cuba
Country	Cuba
Province	Pinar del Río
Area
• Total	858 km2 (331 sq mi)
Elevation	115 m (377 ft)
Population  (2022)
• Total	30,946
• Density	36.068/km2 (93.41/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-5 (EST)
Area code(s)	+53-82

Minas de Matahambre is a town and a special area in the Pinar del Río Province of Cuba. It is known for its rich history and beautiful natural surroundings. This place has even been named a National Monument of Cuba, which means it's a very important historical site!

Where is Minas de Matahambre?

Minas de Matahambre is located in the western part of Cuba. It faces the Gulf of Mexico to the north. This means it has a coastline with lovely beaches and small islands called cays. These cays are part of the Colorados Archipelago.

The municipality shares its borders with several other towns. These include Mantua, Guane, San Juan y Martínez, and Viñales.

Villages in the Area

Minas de Matahambre is not just one big town. It also includes several smaller villages. Some of these villages are Baja, Cabezas, Pons, La Sabana, Río del Medio, Santa Lucía, Sitio Morales, and Sumidero. Each of these places adds to the unique feel of the municipality.

How Many People Live Here?

In 2022, about 30,946 people lived in Minas de Matahambre. The total area of the municipality is around 858 square kilometers (about 331 square miles). This means that on average, there are about 36 people living in each square kilometer.

Culture and History

If you want to learn more about the past of Minas de Matahambre, you can visit the Minas de Matahambre Municipal Museum. This museum has many interesting items and old photographs. They show what life was like in the area long ago. It's a great way to explore the local history and culture.

See also

In Spanish: Minas de Matahambre para niños