Durania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Durania
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Location of Durania in Norte de Santander, Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Norte de Santander | ||
| Founded | 1 May 1911 | ||
| Founded by | Segundo Antonio Gonzáles & Virginia Acosta de Gonzáles | ||
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| • Land | 177.4 km2 (68.5 sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 0.03647 km2 (0.01408 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 940 m (3,080 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Municipality and town | 3,768 | ||
| • Urban | 1,802 | ||
| • Urban density | 49,410/km2 (127,970/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Duraniense | ||
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
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Durania is a small town and Colombian municipality. It is located in the Norte de Santander department of Colombia. The town is about 47 kilometers (29 miles) southwest of Cúcuta, which is the capital city of the department.
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Exploring Durania
Durania is a lovely place with interesting geography and a rich history. It is known for its natural beauty and its past.
Where is Durania Located?
Durania is found in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes mountains. The land here ranges from about 500 meters (1,640 feet) to 2,000 meters (6,560 feet) above sea level. The main town area sits at about 940 meters (3,084 feet) high.
The municipality is part of the Zulia River watershed. This means that water from the area flows into the Zulia River. Durania shares its borders with several other towns. To the north, it borders Santiago and San Cayetano. To the south, it borders Arboledas and Bochalema. On the west side, it borders Arboledas, Santiago, and Salazar de las Palmas. Finally, to the east, it borders Bochalema.
A Look Back in Time: Durania's History
Before the Spanish arrived, the land where Durania now stands was home to the Oporoma tribe. These people might have been a mix of Carib and Chibcha groups. However, not much is known about them today.
In those ancient times, Durania was an important meeting point. It served as a transport hub between the Chitarero and Motilon tribes. Modern Durania was officially founded on May 1, 1911. It was established by Segundo Antonio Gonzáles and Virginia Acosta de Gonzáles.
See also
- Learn more about Durania for kids in Spanish: Durania para niños
