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Buesaco
Municipality and town
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Official seal of Buesaco
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Location of the municipality and town of Buesaco in the Nariño Department of Colombia.
Location of the municipality and town of Buesaco in the Nariño Department of Colombia.
Country  Colombia
Department Nariño Department
Population
 (Census 2018)
 • Total 19,951
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Buesaco is a small town and a special area called a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the Nariño Department, which is a region in the southwest part of the country. About 19,951 people lived in Buesaco in 2018.

What is Buesaco?

Buesaco is both a town and a municipality. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and the smaller villages and farms around it. This means Buesaco is a center for people living in the surrounding countryside.

Where is Buesaco Located?

Buesaco is found in the Nariño Department of Colombia. This department is in the southwestern part of the country. Colombia is a country in South America. The Nariño Department is known for its mountains and beautiful landscapes.

What is a Municipality?

In Colombia, a municipality is an important type of local government. It is a bit like a county or a borough in other countries. Each municipality has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there.

Quick Facts About Buesaco

  • Location: Nariño Department, Colombia
  • Type: Town and Municipality
  • Population (2018): 19,951 people
  • Time Zone: Colombia Standard Time (UTC-5)

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