Nueva Granada, Magdalena facts for kids
Nueva Granada (pronounced NWAY-vah Grah-NAH-dah) is a town and a special area called a municipality in northern Colombia. It is part of the Magdalena Department.
Quick facts for kids
Nueva Granada
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Location of the municipality and town of Nueva Granada in the Department of Magdalena.
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| Country | Colombia | |
| Region | Caribbean | |
| Department | Magdalena | |
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| • Total | 17,470 | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 | |
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What is Nueva Granada?
Nueva Granada is a small but important place in Colombia. It is known as both a town and a municipality. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and the surrounding rural areas.
Where is Nueva Granada Located?
Nueva Granada is found in the northern part of Colombia. It is part of the Magdalena Department. This department is in the Caribbean Region of Colombia. This means it is close to the Caribbean Sea.
How Many People Live in Nueva Granada?
According to a count done in 2018, about 17,470 people live in Nueva Granada. This number includes people living in the main town and those in the nearby countryside.
What is a Municipality in Colombia?
In Colombia, a municipality is a key part of how the country is organized. Each municipality has its own local government. This government helps manage services for the people living there. Services include things like schools, roads, and public health. The leader of a municipality is called a Mayor.
Images for kids
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The flag of Nueva Granada.
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A map showing where Nueva Granada is located in Magdalena.
See also
In Spanish: Nueva Granada (Magdalena) para niños
