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San Jacinto, Bolívar
Municipality and town
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Official seal of San Jacinto, Bolívar
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Location of the municipality and town of San Jacinto, Bolívar in the Bolívar Department of Colombia
Location of the municipality and town of San Jacinto, Bolívar in the Bolívar Department of Colombia
Country  Colombia
Department Bolívar Department
Founded 1776
Area
 • Municipality and town 442.9 km2 (171.0 sq mi)
 • Urban
3.95 km2 (1.53 sq mi)
Population
 (2018 census)
 • Municipality and town 23,576
 • Density 53.231/km2 (137.868/sq mi)
 • Urban
20,771
 • Urban density 5,258/km2 (13,619/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

San Jacinto is a lively town and a municipality (a type of local government area) in northern Colombia. It is located in the Bolívar Department. This area is known for its rich history and vibrant culture.

Near the town, you can find the important San Jacinto archaeological site. This site helps us learn about ancient people who lived there long ago.

Culture and Traditions

San Jacinto is a very special place for traditional crafts and music. It is known as the most important town in northern Colombia for these things.

Woven Textiles and Handicrafts

People in San Jacinto are experts at making beautiful woven items. They create things like hammocks (beds made of netting or cloth) and different types of clothing. These items are made using traditional methods passed down through generations. You can also find many other unique handicrafts here.

Music: The Sound of Cumbia

The town is also famous for its music. San Jacinto is the birthplace of a well-known cumbia music group called Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto. Cumbia is a traditional Colombian music and dance style. This group has even won a Latin Grammy Award for their amazing music!

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: San Jacinto (Colombia) para niños

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