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Málaga, Santander
Municipality and town
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Official seal of Málaga, Santander
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Location of the municipality and town of Málaga, Santander in the Santander  Department of Colombia.
Location of the municipality and town of Málaga, Santander in the Santander Department of Colombia.
Country  Colombia
Department Santander Department
Area
 • Total 61 km2 (24 sq mi)
Population
 (Census 2018)
 • Total 19,884
 • Density 326.0/km2 (844/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Málaga is a town and a "municipality" (like a county or district) located in the northeastern part of Colombia. It's found in the Santander Department, which is one of Colombia's many regions.

Exploring Málaga, Colombia

Málaga is a vibrant place with a unique culture and history. It's known for its friendly people and beautiful natural surroundings. The town serves as an important center for the communities around it.

Quick Facts About Málaga

Málaga covers an area of about 61 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 6,100 football fields! According to the 2018 census, nearly 20,000 people call Málaga home. The town uses Colombia Standard Time, which is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5).

Getting Around Málaga

If you ever wanted to visit Málaga, you could fly there! The town has its own airport called Jerónimo de Aguayo Airport. This airport helps connect Málaga to other parts of Colombia, making it easier for people and goods to travel.

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