Curití facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Curiti
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Location of the municipality and town of Curiti in the Santander Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Santander Department | ||
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| • Total | 238 km2 (92 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 11,653 | ||
| • Density | 48.96/km2 (126.81/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
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Curiti is a small town and a municipality in the Santander Department of North-Eastern Colombia. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a county or district. Curiti is especially known for its beautiful crafts made from a plant called fique.
This town is also famous as the birthplace of Alejandro Galvis Galvis. He was an important politician and a publisher of newspapers.
Where is Curiti?
Curiti is located in the Santander Department, which is in the northeastern part of Colombia. It's a place with lovely natural surroundings. The town covers an area of about 238 square kilometers. In 2018, about 11,653 people lived there.
What is Curiti known for?
Curiti is very famous for its fique crafts. Fique is a natural fiber that comes from a plant, similar to agave or sisal. Local people use this strong fiber to create many different items. They make things like bags, ropes, and even decorative pieces. These crafts are an important part of the town's culture and economy.
The process of making fique crafts is very traditional. It often involves harvesting the plant, extracting the fibers, and then weaving them by hand. This skill has been passed down through generations.
Famous people from Curiti
One of the most well-known people from Curiti is Alejandro Galvis Galvis. He was born in Curiti and grew up to become a very important person in Colombia. He was known as a politician, which means he helped make decisions for the country. He was also a publisher, meaning he helped print and distribute newspapers. His work helped share news and ideas with many people.
See also
- In Spanish: Curití para niños
