Nariño Department facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Department of Nariño
Departamento del Nariño
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| Motto(s):
Desde el mar hasta el Galeras
(Spanish: From the sea to the Galeras) |
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| Anthem: Himno del Departamento de Nariño | |||
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Nariño shown in red
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Topography of the department
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Region | Pacific Region/Andes Region | ||
| Established | August 6, 1904 | ||
| Capital | Pasto | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 33,268 km2 (12,845 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,701,840 | ||
| • Density | 51.1555/km2 (132.4920/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-05 | ||
| ISO 3166 code | CO-NAR | ||
| Provinces | 3 | ||
| Municipalities | 62 | ||
| Website | Gobernación | ||
Nariño is a special area in Colombia called a department. Think of it like a state or province. Its main city, or capital, is Pasto. This department is located in the western part of Colombia. It shares a border with Ecuador and also touches the Pacific Ocean. The name Nariño comes from Antonio Nariño, who was an important leader in Colombia's fight for independence.
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Understanding Nariño's Location
Nariño is a very interesting place because it has different kinds of land. It stretches from the warm Pacific Ocean coast all the way to the high Andes Mountains. This means you can find beaches, jungles, and cool mountain areas all in one department!
Key Facts About Nariño
- Capital City: The capital is Pasto, a lively city in the mountains.
- Established: Nariño became a department on August 6, 1904.
- Area: It covers about 33,268 square kilometers. That's a pretty big area!
- Population: In 2013, about 1.7 million people lived in Nariño.
- Neighboring Countries: It shares a border with Ecuador to the south.
- Motto: Its motto is "Desde el mar hasta el Galeras," which means "From the sea to the Galeras." This refers to its diverse geography, from the coast to the Galeras Volcano.
Cities and Towns in Nariño
Nariño is divided into many smaller areas called municipalities. There are 62 of these municipalities in total. Each one has its own local government and unique features.
Some Important Municipalities
While there are many, here are a few well-known municipalities:
- Pasto: The capital and largest city.
- Ipiales: Known for its beautiful Las Lajas Sanctuary.
- Tumaco: A major port city on the Pacific coast.
- La Unión: Famous for its coffee production.
- Samaniego: A town in the western part of the department.
See also
In Spanish: Nariño (Colombia) para niños
Images for kids
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Topography of the department
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The flag of Nariño
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The coat of arms of Nariño
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Nariño shown in red on a map of Colombia
