San Agustín, Huila facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Agustín, Huila
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Location of the municipality and town of San Agustín, Córdoba in the Huila Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Huila Department | |
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| • Total | 34,420 | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
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San Agustín is a town in the southern part of Colombia, in a region called the Huila Department. It's about 227 kilometers (141 miles) from Neiva, the capital city of Huila. About 34,000 people live there.
The first village was started in 1752 by Alejo Astudillo, but it was later destroyed. The town we know today was founded in 1790 by Lucas de Herazo y Mendigaña. The weather is usually warm, with an average temperature of 18°C (64°F) all year.
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Climate in San Agustín
San Agustín has a special kind of weather called a subtropical highland climate. This means it's usually warm, but not too hot, and it rains quite often. The average temperature is around 18°C (64°F).
Rainfall and Sunshine
It rains a lot in San Agustín, with about 250 rainy days each year. The wettest months are April, May, June, and July. Even with all the rain, the town still gets a good amount of sunshine, especially in January and December.
San Agustín Archaeological Park
The area around San Agustín is very famous for its ancient sites. These places have amazing stone statues and tombs made by an old culture called the San Agustin culture. These sites are part of the San Agustín Archaeological Park.
This park is very important because it brings many tourists to the area. Both Colombians and people from other countries love to visit. Because of its special history, the park was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. This means it's a place that is important to the whole world.
Gallery
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Church of San Agustín
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Stone carving
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Market
See also
In Spanish: San Agustín (Huila) para niños
