Salgar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Salgar
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Municipality and town
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Mountains around Salgar
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Location of the municipality and town of Salgar in the Antioquia Department of Colombia
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 Salgar
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Antioquia Department |
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| Subregion | Southwestern | ||
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| • Total | 418 km2 (161 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 15,782 | ||
| • Density | 37.76/km2 (97.79/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
Salgar is a town and a municipality located in the country of Colombia. It is part of the department of Antioquia. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a county or district.
As of 2018, about 15,782 people lived in Salgar. The town is located in the southwestern part of the Antioquia region.
About Salgar
Salgar is a beautiful area known for its natural surroundings. It is nestled among mountains, which you can see in pictures of the town.
Location in Colombia
Salgar is found in the northwestern part of Colombia. It is part of the Antioquia Department, which is one of the many regions that make up Colombia. The town is specifically in the area called Southwestern Antioquia.
What is a Department?
In Colombia, a "department" is like a state or province in other countries. It is a large area with its own government, but it is still part of the main country. Antioquia is one of the biggest departments in Colombia.
Important Event
In 2015, Salgar was affected by a very large landslide. A landslide happens when a lot of earth, rocks, or debris slides down a slope. This event caused significant damage to the town.
See also
- In Spanish: Salgar (Antioquia) for kids
