Copacabana (Antioquia) facts for kids
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Copacabana
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Location of the municipality and town of Copacabana, Antioquia in the Antioquia Department of Colombia
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 Copacabana
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Antioquia Department |
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| Founded | 1615 | ||
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| • Municipality and town | 67.76 km2 (26.16 sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 7.62 km2 (2.94 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018 census)
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| • Municipality and town | 77,884 | ||
| • Density | 1,149.41/km2 (2,976.96/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 62,343 | ||
| • Urban density | 8,181/km2 (21,190/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Copacabanese | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
| Area code(s) | 57 + 4 | ||
| Website | Official website: https://web.archive.org/web/20130403052533/http://copacabana.areadigital.gov.co/Paginas/Inicio.aspx | ||
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Copacabana is a lively town and a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the Antioquia department. This town was founded a long time ago, in 1615. Copacabana is also part of a bigger area called the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley.
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What is Copacabana?
Copacabana 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. This means Copacabana has its own local rules and services.
How Many People Live There?
In 2018, about 77,884 people lived in Copacabana. Most of these people, around 62,343, live in the main urban area. The rest live in the countryside parts of the municipality. People from Copacabana are called Copacabanese.
Where is Copacabana Located?
Copacabana is in the country of Colombia. It is part of the Antioquia department. Departments in Colombia are similar to states or provinces in other countries.
Part of the Aburrá Valley
Copacabana is located in the Aburrá Valley. This valley is a long, narrow valley in the Andes Mountains. It is home to several important cities and towns. The valley is known for its beautiful scenery and its many rivers.
What is the Metropolitan Area?
Copacabana is part of the the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley. This is a group of cities and towns that are close together. They share services and work together on things like transportation and development. The biggest city in this area is Medellín. Being part of this metropolitan area means Copacabana is well-connected.
When Was Copacabana Founded?
Copacabana was founded in the year 1615. This makes it a very old town with a rich history. Over hundreds of years, it has grown from a small settlement into the town it is today.
Who Leads Copacabana?
Every municipality has a leader. In Copacabana, this leader is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town and its people. As of the information available, the Mayor of Copacabana is Augusto Hector Monsalve.
Geography and Climate
Copacabana is located at an elevation of about 1,454 meters (4,770 feet) above sea level. This high elevation means it has a pleasant climate. It is not too hot or too cold, which is typical for many towns in the Colombian Andes.
