Candelaria, Atlántico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Candelaria
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Candelaria in the Department of Atlántico.
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| Country | Colombia | |
| Region | Caribbean | |
| Department | Atlántico | |
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| • Total | 143 km2 (55 sq mi) | |
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(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 15,631 | |
| • Density | 109.3/km2 (283.1/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 | |
| Website | www.candelaria-atlantico.gov.co/sitio.shtml |
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Candelaria is a special town and a municipality in Colombia. It's located in the Atlántico Department, which is a part of Colombia's beautiful Caribbean region. Think of a municipality as a local government area, like a county or a district, with its own main town.
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Discover Candelaria!
Candelaria is a vibrant place in the Atlántico Department of Colombia. It's known for being a friendly community. This town is part of the larger Caribbean region, which means it shares some of the warm weather and culture of the coast.
Where is Candelaria Located?
Candelaria is found in the northern part of Colombia. It's in the Atlántico Department, which is one of the many departments (like states or provinces) that make up the country. Its exact location is 10°27′33″N 74°52′50″W / 10.45917°N 74.88056°W.
The municipality covers an area of about 143 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 14,300 soccer fields!
How Many People Live Here?
According to a census taken in 2018, about 15,631 people call Candelaria home. That's like having enough people to fill a medium-sized sports arena! Most of these people live in the main town area.
Who Leads Candelaria?
Every municipality in Colombia has a leader called a Mayor. The Mayor is like the head of the town's government. They are chosen by the people who live there to help manage the town and make decisions for its future.
The current Mayor of Candelaria is Jose Alfredo Fonseca Bolivar. He is part of a political group called Radical Change. The Mayor works to improve the lives of everyone in Candelaria.
What is a Municipality?
In Colombia, a municipality is a very important local government area. It includes a main town (like Candelaria) and the surrounding rural areas. Each municipality has its own local government, led by a Mayor and a council.
They are responsible for many things that affect daily life. This includes services like schools, health centers, and local roads. They also help with local development and keeping the community safe.
See also
In Spanish: Candelaria (Atlántico) para niños
