Norte de Santander Department facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Santander
Norte de Santander
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| Anthem: Himno Oficial del Departamento Norte de Santander | |||
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Norte de Santander shown in red
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Topography of the department
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| Country | Colombia | ||
| Region | Andes Region | ||
| Established | 25 July 1910 | ||
| Capital | Cúcuta | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 21,658 km2 (8,362 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,491,689 | ||
| • Density | 68.8747/km2 (178.385/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-05 | ||
| ISO 3166 code | CO-NSA | ||
| Provinces | 6 | ||
| Municipalities | 40 | ||
| Website | www.nortedesantander.gov.co/ | ||
Norte de Santander is a cool place in Colombia. It's like a big state or region. Its main city, or capital, is Cúcuta. This department is way up north in Colombia, right next to Venezuela. It got its name from a famous Colombian hero, Francisco de Paula Santander.
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About Norte de Santander
Norte de Santander was officially created on July 25, 1910. It is part of the Andes Region of Colombia. The department has a total area of about 21,658 square kilometers. That's a pretty big area!
In 2018, about 1.5 million people lived in Norte de Santander. The capital city, Cúcuta, is where most of the government and business activities happen.
Cities and Towns
Norte de Santander is divided into many smaller areas called municipalities. These are like towns or small cities. There are 40 municipalities in total. They are grouped into six main regions to help manage them better.
Western Region
This region includes towns like Abrego, Ocaña, and Teorama. These places often have beautiful landscapes and a rich history.
Northern Region
In the northern part, you'll find towns such as Tibú and Sardinata. This area is known for its natural resources.
Eastern Region
The Eastern Region is home to the capital city, Cúcuta. Other important towns here are Los Patios and Villa del Rosario. This region is a busy center for trade and daily life.
South-West Region
Towns like Pamplona and Chitagá are in the South-West. Pamplona is a historic city with old buildings and traditions.
Center Region
The Center Region includes places like Gramalote and Salazar de las Palmas. These towns often have a quieter, more rural feel.
South-East Region
In the South-East, you can find towns such as Chinácota and Toledo. This area is known for its lovely scenery and agricultural activities.
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Type of residence – Norte de Santander, Colombia
See also
In Spanish: Norte de Santander para niños
