Charta facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Charta
Municipality and town
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Nickname(s):  San Jose de Charta
Motto(s):  Rincón Florido de Santander
Location of the municipality and town of Charta in the Santander Department of Colombia.
Country	Colombia
Department	Santander Department
Area
• Municipality and town	152 km2 (59 sq mi)
• Urban	0.16 km2 (0.06 sq mi)
Elevation	2,000 m (7,000 ft)
Population  (2008)
• Municipality and town	3,209
Time zone	UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Charta is a small town and a municipality located in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. It is sometimes called "San Jose de Charta." Its motto is "Rincón Florido de Santander," which means "Flowery Corner of Santander." This name suggests it is a beautiful place with many flowers.

What is Charta?

Charta is both a town and a municipality. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and the surrounding rural areas. Charta covers about 152 square kilometers (59 square miles).

Where is Charta Located?

Charta is in the Santander Department of Colombia. It is in the northeastern part of the country. The town is located high up in the mountains. Its elevation is about 2,000 meters (6,560 feet) above sea level. This high location means it often has a cool climate.

How Many People Live There?

In 2008, about 3,209 people lived in Charta. Most of these people live in the rural areas around the main town. The town itself is quite small.

History of Charta

Charta was officially established on December 1st, 1927. This means it has been a recognized municipality for almost 100 years. Over time, it has grown into the community it is today.

See also

• In Spanish: Charta para niños

Images for kids

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  The flag of Charta, Colombia.

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  A map showing Charta's location in the Santander Department of Colombia.

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  A friendly robot.