Jesus María, Santander facts for kids
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Jesus María, Santander
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Location of the municipality and town of Jesus María, Santander in the Santander Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Santander Department | |
| Founded | August 12, 1887 | |
| Founded by | Lorenzo de Salazar | |
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| • Total | 60 km2 (20 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2005)
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| • Total | 3,390 | |
| • Density | 57/km2 (146/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Jesusmarienses | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
| Website | www.jesusmaria-santander.gov.co | |
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Jesus María is a small town and a municipality in the Santander Department of northeastern Colombia. It's a place with a rich history, growing from a small settlement to an official town.
A Brief History of Jesus María
The area where Jesus María is located began as a township in the mid-1700s. A township is like a small community or district.
From Township to City
By 1870, the population of Jesus María had grown quite a lot. Because of this growth, it was officially made a city. This was an important step for the community.
Becoming a Municipality
Later, in 1887, Jesus María became a municipality. A municipality is a larger administrative area, similar to a county or a district, with its own local government. This change gave the town more control over its own affairs. The town was founded by Lorenzo de Salazar on August 12, 1887.
See also
In Spanish: Jesús María (Santander) para niños
