Founded 19 August 1903 | Area 286.4 km² Population 15,928 (Jun 2013) | |
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Jiménez is the fourth canton in the province of Cartago in Costa Rica. The canton covers an area of 286.43 square kilometres (110.59 sq mi), and has a population of 15,928 (estimate as of 2013).
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The capital city of the canton is Juan Viñas.
Geography
The Turrialba River forms the northern boundary of the canton of Jiménez, with the Reventazón River and Atirro River establishing the eastern border and the Pejibaye River delineating a major portion of the canton's border on the west.
Districts
The canton of Jiménez is subdivided into three districts (distritos)
History
The canton was established by a decree of August 19, 1903.
References
Jiménez (canton) Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA