San Alberto, Cesar facts for kids
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San Alberto, Cesar
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Location of the municipality and town of San Alberto in the Department of Cesar.
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| Country | Colombia | ||
| Region | Caribbean | ||
| Department | Cesar | ||
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(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 23,040 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 | ||
| Website | www.sanalberto-cesar.gov.co |
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San Alberto is a town and a special area called a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the Cesar Department, which is a part of the Caribbean Region of Colombia.
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About San Alberto
San Alberto became a municipality on May 20, 1995. A municipality is like a local government area that includes a main town and the surrounding rural areas. It has its own local leaders and services.
Location and Geography
San Alberto is found in the Cesar Department in Colombia. This department is in the northern part of the country. You can see its exact location on the map in the infobox above.
Symbols of San Alberto
Every town and municipality has its own special symbols, like a flag and a coat of arms. These symbols represent the history and spirit of the place.
The Flag of San Alberto
The flag of San Alberto has a unique design. It is divided diagonally from the bottom left to the top right. One part is golden yellow and the other is forest green. There is also a thin border stripe in sky blue. In the center of the flag, you can see an African palm tree. Around the palm tree, there are five stars.
The Coat of Arms
San Alberto also has a coat of arms, or a seal. This symbol often shows important things about the municipality, such as its natural resources, history, or main activities. The coat of arms for San Alberto is shown in the infobox.
People of San Alberto
According to the 2018 census, about 23,040 people live in San Alberto. The people who live here are called its population.
Local Government
The municipality of San Alberto is led by a Mayor. The Mayor is an important leader who helps manage the town and its services. The current Mayor of San Alberto is Robiel Pérez Estupiñán. He belongs to the Colombian Liberal Party.
See also
In Spanish: San Alberto (Cesar) para niños
