Salamina | |
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town | |
Location of the municipality and town of Salamina in the Department of Magdalena. | |
Country | Colombia |
Region | Caribbean |
Department | Magdalena |
Foundation | circa 1607 |
Population (2005) | |
• Total | 8,239 |
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Time zone | UTC-5 |
Website | www.salamina-magdalena.gov.co |
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Coordinates: 10°29′36″N74°47′54″W / 10.4933°N 74.7983°W
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