Maripí facts for kids
Maripí is a small town and a special kind of area called a municipality in Colombia. It's located in the Boyacá region, specifically in the Western Boyacá Province. Maripí is famous for its important emerald mine called La Pita.
Quick facts for kids
Maripí
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Maripí in Boyacá
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Boyacá | |
| Province | Western Boyacá Province | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town and the surrounding countryside. This helps organize how services are provided to people living there. Maripí is both a town and a municipality.
Where is Maripí Located?
Maripí is found in the country of Colombia, which is in South America. It's part of a larger region called the Boyacá Department. Within Boyacá, Maripí belongs to a smaller area known as the Western Boyacá Province. Its exact location is at about 5 degrees north and 74 degrees west.
The Famous Emeralds of Maripí
Maripí is well-known for its rich deposits of emeralds. These precious green gemstones are a very important part of the town's economy and history.
What are Emeralds?
Emeralds are beautiful green gemstones. They are a type of mineral called beryl. Their amazing green color comes from tiny amounts of chromium or vanadium inside them. Colombia is one of the most famous places in the world for finding high-quality emeralds.
The La Pita Mine
One of the most important emerald mines in Maripí is called La Pita. This mine has produced many valuable emeralds over the years. Mining for emeralds is a big industry in this area, providing jobs and income for many people.
How Maripí is Governed
Like other municipalities, Maripí has its own local government. The main leader of the municipality is called the Mayor. The mayor helps manage the town and its services, working to improve life for the people who live there. From 2020 to 2023, the mayor of Maripí was Imer Yaridma Murcia Monroy.
See also
In Spanish: Maripí para niños
