La Cumbre, Valle del Cauca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Cumbre
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Municipality and Town
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 La Cumbre
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Valle del Cauca | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 235 km2 (91 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,500 m (4,900 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,512 | |
| • Density | 48.99/km2 (126.88/sq mi) | |
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La Cumbre, which means "The Summit," is a charming town and municipality in Colombia. It is located northwest of the big city of Cali. You can find it in the Valle del Cauca Department. This town sits high up in the West Andes mountains, just above the city of Yumbo.
La Cumbre is famous for its calm and simple way of life. It does not have the busy feel of a big city. Many tourists from Cali visit La Cumbre for a day trip. They often come by car or on a special tourist train. The weather here is much cooler than in Cali. This makes it a nice break from the hot and sunny days. The main way people make a living in La Cumbre is through farming.
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Where is La Cumbre Located?
La Cumbre is surrounded by other towns and municipalities in the Valle del Cauca Department. Knowing its neighbors helps us understand where it is on the map.
Neighboring Towns and Cities
- To the north, you will find Restrepo.
- To the south, it borders Yumbo and the large city of Cali.
- To the east, the municipality of Vijes is located.
- To the west, it shares a border with Dagua.
Special Places in La Cumbre
The municipality of La Cumbre has different areas, each with its own unique features. One important area is called Bitaco.
Exploring Bitaco and Chicoral
The area known as Bitaco is in the southernmost part of La Cumbre. Inside Bitaco, there is a section called Chicoral. This place is home to the Hindú Tea Plantation. It also has the Bitaco Forest Reserve, which is a protected natural area.
Connecting to Dapa
The Bitaco area also connects to Dapa in the west. This connection happens through a foggy, forested path. This path crosses into the beautiful Cauca Valley.
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Farms between the villages La Cumbre and Pavas
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Entrance of La Cumbre, Cali, Colombia
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La Cumbre Park, Colombia
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La Chorera Del Diablo,
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La Cumbre, Railroad Service.
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View from a Hill, La Cumbre, Pavas.
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Horses walking freely.
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Cows at a Finca (Farm).
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La Cumbre Night lights.
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La Cumbre Hills, with Clouds.
See also
In Spanish: La Cumbre (Valle del Cauca) para niños
