Marsella facts for kids
- "Marsella" is also the Spanish name of Marseille.
Quick facts for kids
Marsella
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Municipality and town
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Mary Immaculate Church in Marseille
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Location of the municipality and town of Marsella in the Risaralda Department of Colombia
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| Country | Colombia | ||
| Department | Risaralda Department | ||
| Elevation | 1,575 m (5,167 ft) | ||
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| • Total | 17,208 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
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Marsella is a charming town and municipality in the Risaralda Department of Colombia. It is located about 30 kilometers (18 miles) from Pereira, the capital city. In 2023, the town had an estimated population of 17,208 people.
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Discovering Marsella's Past
Marsella has an interesting history! It was founded in 1915. Some of the first people to establish the town were Pedro Pineda, Nepomuceno Correa, and José Bedoya.
Initially, the area was known as Villa Rica. In 1864, General Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera added "Segovia" to its name, making it Villa Rica de Segovia. On April 8, 1915, Villa Rica de Segovia was renamed Marsella. Finally, July 18, 1915, was recognized as the official date of its founding as a municipality.
Marsella's Climate
Marsella enjoys a subtropical highland climate. This means it has mild temperatures all year round. The average annual temperature in Marsella is about 18 °C (64 °F). This pleasant climate makes it a comfortable place to visit.
Exploring Marsella: Fun Things to Do
Marsella is a beautiful colonial town. It offers many interesting places for visitors to explore.
The Botanic Garden
One of Marsella's most famous spots is the Jardin Botanico Marsella Alejandro Humboldt. This botanic garden was created to help protect nature in the area. It has many different kinds of plants and animals.
The garden also has an education section. Here, you can enjoy hands-on science demonstrations. You might see parabolic disks that can bounce sounds across the countryside!
The Catapult Museum
Did you know Marsella is home to the world's first catapult museum? This unique museum was set up with local schools. Its goal is to help preserve wildlife. Children are encouraged to donate their toy catapults to the museum. This teaches them about protecting animals instead of harming them.
Other Attractions
Marsella also has an historic cemetery called Cementerio Jesus Maria Estrada. You can also visit a cultural center built in a colonial style. The main square features a beautiful church. Don't forget to explore the traditional galleria, which is a local market.
See also
In Spanish: Marsella (Risaralda) para niños
