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Cristóbal
A bridge over the Río San Cristóbal
A bridge over the Río San Cristóbal
Coat of arms of Cristóbal
Coat of arms
San Cristóbal municipality (red) within  Artemisa Province (yellow) and Cuba
San Cristóbal municipality (red) within
Artemisa Province (yellow) and Cuba
Country Cuba
Province Artemisa
Area
 • Total 936 km2 (361 sq mi)
Elevation
50 m (160 ft)
Population
 (2022)
 • Total 71,098
 • Density 75.96/km2 (196.73/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (EST)
Area code(s) +53-82

San Cristóbal is a city and a special type of area called a municipality in Cuba. It's a vibrant place where many people live and work. It's known for its natural beauty, including the San Cristóbal River.

Where is San Cristóbal?

San Cristóbal is located on the island nation of Cuba. It is part of the Artemisa Province. If you look at a map of Cuba, you'll find Artemisa Province in the western part of the country.

A Change in Provinces

For a long time, San Cristóbal was part of the Pinar del Río Province. But in 2011, things changed! It became a part of the newer Artemisa Province. This kind of change helps with local government and managing different areas.

How Many People Live There?

San Cristóbal is home to many people. In 2022, about 71,098 people lived in the municipality.

Size of the Area

The municipality of San Cristóbal covers a large area. It is about 936 square kilometers (or 361 square miles) in size. This means there's plenty of space for homes, farms, and natural areas.

Population Density

With 71,098 people living in 936 square kilometers, the population density is about 75.7 people per square kilometer. This tells us how many people live in a certain amount of space. It's not too crowded, allowing for a mix of urban and rural life.

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