Sibaté facts for kids
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Sibaté
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Location of the municipality and town of Sibaté in the Cundinamarca Department of Colombia
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 Sibaté
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Cundinamarca |
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| Province | Soacha Province | ||
| Founded | 24 November 1967 | ||
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| • Municipality and town | 122.1 km2 (47.1 sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 1.91 km2 (0.74 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 2,700 m (8,900 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018 census)
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| • Municipality and town | 33,491 | ||
| • Density | 274.29/km2 (710.41/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 23,644 | ||
| • Urban density | 12,380/km2 (32,060/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
| Website | Official website: http://www.sibate-cundinamarca.gov.co/ | ||
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Sibaté is a town and a municipality in Colombia. It is part of the Cundinamarca area. Sibaté is located on a large flat area called the Bogotá savanna. The town center is high up, about 2,700 meters (8,858 feet) above sea level.
Sibaté is not far from Bogotá, the capital city of Colombia. It is only about 27 kilometers (17 miles) away. Sibaté is also part of the larger area around Bogotá. It shares borders with other towns like Soacha to the north and east, Pasca and Fusagasugá to the south, and Silvania and Granada to the west.
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What Does Sibaté Mean?
The name "Sibaté" comes from the Chibcha language. This was the language spoken by the Muisca people. According to a scholar named Miguel Triana, Sibaté means "Leak of the lake."
A Look at Sibaté's History
Before the Spanish arrived, the land where Sibaté is now was home to the Muisca. The Muisca were an important group in this region. The large flat area known as the Bogotá savanna was ruled by a leader called the zipa. The zipa lived in a place called Bacatá.
The modern town of Sibaté was officially started on November 24, 1967. This means it has been a recognized town for over 50 years.
How Sibaté Makes Money
The people of Sibaté mainly earn their living through farming and raising animals.
Farming in Sibaté
Farmers in Sibaté grow many different crops. Some of the most important crops are potatoes, peas, and strawberries. These crops are grown in the fields around the town.
Animal Farming
Raising animals is also a big part of Sibaté's economy. This includes things like cattle farming. These activities help provide food and income for the people living in Sibaté.
See also
In Spanish: Sibaté para niños
