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Circasia, Quindío

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Location of the municipality and town of Circasia, Quindío in the Quindío Department of Colombia.

Country

Colombia

Department

Quindío Department

Area

• Total

91 km² (35 sq mi)

Elevation

1,771 m (5,810 ft)

Population

(2023)

• Total

29,500

Time zone

UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Circasia (Spanish pronunciation: [siɾˈkasja]) is a town and a municipality in the northern part of the Quindío Department in Colombia. A municipality is like a local government area. It is about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) north of Armenia, which is the capital city of the Quindío region.

Circasia is part of the famous Colombian coffee growing axis. This area is known for its beautiful coffee farms. In 2011, the historic center of Circasia became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it's a very special place recognized for its cultural importance around the world.

History of Circasia
- How Circasia Was Founded
- The Free Cemetery
Climate in Circasia
Exploring Circasia's Geography
Fun Things to Do in Circasia
- Coffee Shops and Dining
- A Quiet Place to Relax
Famous People from Circasia
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History of Circasia

How Circasia Was Founded

Circasia was started in 1884 by a person named Javier Arias. It grew and became its own separate municipality in 1906. Before that, it was part of another town called Filandia. In 2023, about 29,500 people lived in Circasia.

The Free Cemetery

Circasia is famous for its Free Cemetery (in Spanish, Cementerio Libre). You can find it just outside the town on the road to Montenegro. It was created in 1933 by Braulio Botero.

This cemetery was special because anyone could be buried there. It didn't matter what their religious beliefs were. Today, the Free Cemetery is a strong symbol for freedom and equality for everyone.

Climate in Circasia

Circasia has a subtropical highland climate. This means it has mild temperatures all year round. The average temperature is about 18 °C (64 °F). This cool climate is very pleasant.

Exploring Circasia's Geography

The town is located close to the main highway. This highway connects Armenia and Pereira, which is in the Risaralda region.

There's also a paved road that goes southwest to Montenegro. This road passes through many of the rural areas of Circasia. Another rural road goes north to Filandia. This road goes down to cross the Roble River at a spot called the Aguadeños Pass (Paso de los Aguadeños). However, most public transportation to Filandia uses the main highway.

Fun Things to Do in Circasia

Coffee Shops and Dining

Like many towns in Quindío, Circasia has many lovely coffee shops. You can find them around the main town square. They are often beautifully decorated.

Circasia also has great places to eat. You can enjoy fine dining at restaurants like La Trattoria or Donde Kumis Restaurant.

A Quiet Place to Relax

Circasia is slowly becoming a popular spot for people who are retired. They look for a peaceful place to spend their time. The town has a charming, quiet style. Its cooler climate is also very appealing to people who develop new areas.