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Sasaima
Municipality and town
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Flag of Sasaima
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Official seal of Sasaima
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Sasaima is located in Colombia
Sasaima
Sasaima
Location in Colombia
Country  Colombia
Department Cundinamarca
Population
 (Census 2018)
 • Total 9,807
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Sasaima (pronounced sa-SIGH-ma) is a lovely town and a municipality in Colombia. It's located in the Cundinamarca department, which is like a big region or state within Colombia.

About Sasaima

Sasaima is a place with a long history! It was officially started way back in 1605. A person named Alonso Vasquez de Cisneros was the one who established it. Imagine how much has changed since then!

Who Leads Sasaima?

Every town needs a leader to help it run smoothly. In Sasaima, this leader is called the mayor. The mayor's job is to make decisions that help the people living in the municipality. They work on things like keeping the town clean, making sure there are good schools, and helping with local projects. The current mayor of Sasaima is Gonzalo Parra Bohorquez.

Where is Sasaima Located?

Sasaima is part of the Cundinamarca department in Colombia. Colombia is a country in South America. You can see Sasaima's location on a map of Colombia. It's a beautiful area, often known for its green landscapes and pleasant weather.

See also

Kids robot.svg Want to learn more? Check out the article about Sasaima for kids in Spanish: Sasaima para niños

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