Abejorral facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Abejorral
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Municipality and town
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View of Abejorral
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Location of the municipality of Abejorral in the Antioquia Department
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 Abejorral
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Region | Andean Region | ||
| Department |  Antioquia Department |
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| Subregion | Eastern | ||
| Elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) | ||
| Population
(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 17,599 | ||
| Climate | Cfb | ||
| Website | http://www.abejorral-antioquia.gov.co/ | ||
Abejorral is a town and municipality in the Antioquia Department, Colombia. It is part of the Eastern Antioquia region. Abejorral shares its borders with several other towns. To the north are Montebello, La Ceja, and La Unión. To the east is Sonsón. The Caldas Department is to the south. Finally, to the west are Santa Bárbara and Montebello. In 2018, the town had a population of 17,599 people.
A Glimpse into History
Abejorral was founded in 1805 by José Antonio Villegas. However, some people believe it was founded a bit later, in 1811. That year, the land titles were officially given to the people living there.
Abejorral is one of the oldest municipalities in the Antioquia area and in Colombia. It is famous for its old colonial-style homes. These homes are so important that they are part of the Historical National Registry.
What Makes Abejorral Special?
Abejorral is a great place for outdoor adventures. Its hilly landscape is perfect for hiking and cycling. You can enjoy amazing views of rivers and valleys. Some spots are even great for wild camping, especially along the Arama River or the Aures River.
Visitors often find unique attractions here. Two popular spots are "La Casa en el Aire" (The House in the Air) and the "Aures River Waterfall." These places offer special experiences for tourists.
Places to Explore
Most of Abejorral is like a living museum. The old buildings that have lasted for many years make the town feel like it's "stuck" in the colonial era. Because of its preserved architecture, a part of the municipality has been declared a National Monument.
Here are some interesting places you can visit:
- Nuestra Señora del Carmen parish church: A beautiful old church.
- Nuestra Señora de los Dolores chapel: Another historic chapel.
- Hospital chapel: A chapel connected to the local hospital.
- Municipal Cemetery: An old cemetery with historical significance.
- The Ancient Presbytery (Antigua Casa Cural): An old house where priests used to live.
- The founder's house (Casa del fundador): The home of the town's founder.
- The Orange House (La Casa Naranjada): A unique house known for its color.
Climate
Abejorral has a subtropical highland climate, also known as Cfb. This means the weather is cool and rainy throughout the entire year. It's like a mild mountain climate.
| Climate data for Abejorral | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 20.4 (68.7) |
20.6 (69.1) |
20.9 (69.6) |
20.2 (68.4) |
20.3 (68.5) |
20.7 (69.3) |
20.7 (69.3) |
20.7 (69.3) |
20.6 (69.1) |
19.8 (67.6) |
19.9 (67.8) |
19.8 (67.6) |
20.4 (68.7) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 16.4 (61.5) |
16.5 (61.7) |
16.8 (62.2) |
16.4 (61.5) |
16.6 (61.9) |
16.8 (62.2) |
16.5 (61.7) |
16.6 (61.9) |
16.4 (61.5) |
16.0 (60.8) |
16.1 (61.0) |
16.1 (61.0) |
16.4 (61.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 12.4 (54.3) |
12.5 (54.5) |
12.8 (55.0) |
12.7 (54.9) |
13.0 (55.4) |
12.9 (55.2) |
12.4 (54.3) |
12.5 (54.5) |
12.2 (54.0) |
12.3 (54.1) |
12.3 (54.1) |
12.4 (54.3) |
12.5 (54.6) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 105 (4.1) |
113 (4.4) |
177 (7.0) |
252 (9.9) |
276 (10.9) |
177 (7.0) |
146 (5.7) |
207 (8.1) |
273 (10.7) |
312 (12.3) |
276 (10.9) |
169 (6.7) |
2,483 (97.7) |
| Source: climate-data.org | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Abejorral para niños
