Los Patios facts for kids
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Los Patios
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Location of the municipality and town of Los Patios in the Norte de Santander Department of Colombia.
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 Los Patios
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | North of Santander | ||
| Incorporated | 1985 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Municipality | 127.6 km2 (49.3 sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 10.4 km2 (4.0 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 410 m (1,350 ft) | ||
| Population
(2020 est.)
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| • Municipality | 97,220 | ||
| • Density | 761.9/km2 (1,973.3/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 94,847 | ||
| • Urban density | 9,120/km2 (23,620/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Patiense | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
| Area code(s) | 57 + 7 | ||
| Website | Official website: http://www.lospatios-nortedesantander.gov.co/ | ||
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Los Patios is a town and a "municipality" (which is like a local government area) in the Norte de Santander Department of northeastern Colombia. In 2020, about 97,220 people lived there. It became an official municipality in 1985.
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A Look Back in Time
The story of Los Patios began a long time ago, in the 1600s. It started as a large farm called a hacienda, also named "Los Patios." This farm slowly grew into a small country town.
Over time, it became part of a larger area called Villa del Rosario. Eventually, Los Patios became the 37th official municipality in the Norte de Santander region.
Early Owners and Farms
Historical records show that people like Juan Aranda, Carlos Matamoros, and Reinaldo Viccini owned the original Los Patios farm. They mostly grew cacao, which is used to make chocolate.
Many other farms were also nearby. These farms are now part of the Los Patios municipality. Some examples include:
- La Rinconada, now a tennis club and a school.
- Kilómetro Tres, now a neighborhood called La Floresta.
- Los Colorados, located near the Pamplonita River.
- El Hato, which is now the Kilómetro 8 neighborhood.
- El Suspiro, now known as Vereda Agua Linda.
- García, which was owned by Agustín García and is now a park called San Rafael.
Where is Los Patios?
Los Patios is located about 250 meters (or 820 feet) above sea level. This area has a warm climate, which means it's usually sunny and pleasant.
What People Do There
The economy of Los Patios relies on several important activities:
- Cement Industry: Making cement is a big business here.
- Agriculture: Farming is important, with people growing various crops.
- Cattle Ranching: Raising cattle is another key part of the local economy.
- Mining: Some mining activities also take place in the area.
Fun Times and Celebrations
Los Patios loves to celebrate! Here are some of their main festivals:
- Municipal Fair and Fiesta: This big event happens every year from December 5th to 10th. It's a time for fun, games, and community gatherings.
- Town Fiesta: On November 11th, the town celebrates another special fiesta.
- Feasts of Saint Peter and Saint Paul: These religious celebrations are also important events in the community.
Places to Visit
Los Patios has some interesting places you can explore:
- Santa Cruz Monument: This is a significant landmark in the area.
- Florentina Salas Park: This park is named after Florentina Salas, a local hero who stood up for what she believed in during a difficult time.
- Eduardo Cote Lamus Park: Another lovely park where people can relax and enjoy the outdoors.
See also
In Spanish: Los Patios para niños
