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Sant Jordi
Municipality and town
San Jorge/Sant Jordi
Ajuntament de Sant Jordi del Maestrat.jpg
Coat of arms of Sant Jordi
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community  Valencian Community
Province Flag of Palencia Castellón
Comarca Baix Maestrat
Area
 • Total 36.5 km2 (14.1 sq mi)
Elevation
175 m (574 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 935
 • Density 25.62/km2 (66.35/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
12320
Website http://www.santjordi.es

Sant Jordi (which is San Jorge in Spanish) is a small town and a municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Castellón, which is part of the Valencian Community.

Discover Sant Jordi!

Sant Jordi is a charming place in eastern Spain. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere. The town is named after Saint George, a very important saint.

Where is Sant Jordi Located?

Sant Jordi is in the Valencian Community, one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. Think of it like a state or a region. It's specifically in the province of Castellón. This province is famous for its beautiful Mediterranean coast and lovely inland towns.

Getting There

Sant Jordi is about 175 meters (574 feet) above sea level. This means it's not right on the coast, but a bit inland. It's easy to reach by road.

How Many People Live Here?

Sant Jordi is a small community. In 2018, about 935 people lived there. This makes it a quiet place where many people know each other.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and the land around it. Sant Jordi is both a town and the center of its own municipality. This means it has its own local council and mayor. They help manage things like local services and town planning.

What is Sant Jordi Like?

The town covers an area of 36.5 square kilometers (about 14 square miles). This is a good size for a small town, offering space for homes and nature. The local government building, called the Ajuntament, is a key part of the town.

Ajuntament de Sant Jordi del Maestrat
The town hall of Sant Jordi.

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