Colquiri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Colquiri
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Town
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 Colquiri
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | La Paz Department |
| Province | Inquisivi Province |
| Municipality | Colquiri Municipality |
| Elevation | 14,278 ft (4,352 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,004 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Colquiri is a town located in the country of Bolivia. It is part of the La Paz Department. Colquiri is also the main town, or "seat," of the Colquiri Municipality. This municipality is a local government area within the Inquisivi Province.
Where is Colquiri?
Colquiri is found in the western part of Bolivia. It is located in the La Paz Department. This department is one of the nine main regions of Bolivia. The town is specifically within the Inquisivi Province. This province is known for its mountainous areas.
Life in Colquiri
In 2001, about 4,004 people lived in Colquiri. This makes it a smaller town. The town is very high up in the mountains. Its elevation is 4,352 meters (about 14,278 feet) above sea level. This means the air can be quite thin there! People living in Colquiri are used to the high altitude.
What is a Municipality Seat?
Colquiri is called the "seat" of the Colquiri Municipality. This means it is the main town where the local government offices are. It's like the capital city for that specific local area. Decisions about the municipality are often made in Colquiri.
See also
In Spanish: Colquiri para niños
