Cocorná facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cocorná
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Municipality & Town
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Location of the municipality of Cocorná in the Antioquia Department
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 Cocorná
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 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 210 km2 (80 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,300 m (4,300 ft) | |
| Population
(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 14,743 | |
| • Density | 70.2/km2 (182/sq mi) | |
Cocorná is a cool town and municipality in Colombia. It's located in the Antioquia Department. About 14,743 people lived here in 2018. Cocorná is part of the Eastern Antioquia region.
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Exploring Cocorná: A Colombian Town
Where is Cocorná Located?
Cocorná covers an area of 210 square kilometers (about 81 square miles). It's a very hilly place with lots of forests. Many important rivers flow through this area, making it beautiful.
What's the Weather Like?
Cocorná has a cool tropical rainforest climate. This means it's warm all year, but not too hot because of its altitude. It also rains a lot throughout the year.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 26.8 (80.2) |
27.5 (81.5) |
27.7 (81.9) |
26.9 (80.4) |
26.8 (80.2) |
27.0 (80.6) |
27.4 (81.3) |
27.3 (81.1) |
26.9 (80.4) |
26.2 (79.2) |
26.0 (78.8) |
26.0 (78.8) |
26.9 (80.4) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 21.5 (70.7) |
22.0 (71.6) |
22.3 (72.1) |
22.0 (71.6) |
22.0 (71.6) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.6 (70.9) |
21.3 (70.3) |
21.3 (70.3) |
21.1 (70.0) |
21.7 (71.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 16.3 (61.3) |
16.5 (61.7) |
16.9 (62.4) |
17.2 (63.0) |
17.3 (63.1) |
16.8 (62.2) |
16.4 (61.5) |
16.5 (61.7) |
16.4 (61.5) |
16.4 (61.5) |
16.6 (61.9) |
15.3 (59.5) |
16.6 (61.8) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 255.7 (10.07) |
243.8 (9.60) |
328.8 (12.94) |
447.0 (17.60) |
483.9 (19.05) |
316.2 (12.45) |
306.0 (12.05) |
349.0 (13.74) |
471.7 (18.57) |
526.7 (20.74) |
460.8 (18.14) |
325.0 (12.80) |
4,514.6 (177.75) |
| Average rainy days | 16 | 15 | 19 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 233 |
How Do People Make a Living?
Cocorná's economy relies on a few key things. One big part is tourism. People love to visit this area for its natural beauty.
Agriculture is also very important. Farmers here grow crops like sugar and maize (corn). These crops help support the local community.
Getting Around Cocorná
Cocorná is about 90 kilometers (56 miles) from the city of Medellín. You can get there in about 1.5 hours by car on a good road. There are also roads connecting Cocorná to nearby towns like San Francisco and Granada.
Why Visit Cocorná?
Cocorná has been a popular place for tourists since the 1980s. Since 2006, the government has been helping to invest money in the area. This has led to new hotels and projects that create jobs.
Fun Places to See
- Rivers: You can go fishing or swim in the natural pools formed by the rivers.
- Waterfalls: There are many beautiful waterfalls very close to the town.
- Forests: The forests are well-preserved and great for exploring.
- Amazing Views: The landscape offers stunning views all around.
Images for kids
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Cocorná's skyline
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The flag of Cocorná
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Map showing Cocorná's location in Antioquia
See also
In Spanish: Cocorná para niños
