Une facts for kids
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Une
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Gómez Plata in the Antioquia Department of Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Cundinamarca |
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| Province | Eastern Province | ||
| Founded | 23 February 1538 | ||
| Founded by | Diego Romero de Aguilar | ||
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| • Municipality and town | 221 km2 (85 sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 2.33 km2 (0.90 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 2,376 m (7,795 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Municipality and town | 9,196 | ||
| • Density | 41.61/km2 (107.77/sq mi) | ||
| • Urban | 4,566 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
| Website | Official website: http://www.une-cundinamarca.gov.co/ | ||
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Une is a small town and a municipality (like a local government area) in Colombia. It is located in the Cundinamarca area, specifically in the Eastern Province. The main part of Une is high up in the mountains, about 2,376 meters (7,795 feet) above sea level. It is also about 43 kilometers (27 miles) away from Bogotá, the capital city of Colombia.
Une shares its borders with several other towns. To the north, it borders Chipaque. To the east, you'll find Cáqueza and Fosca. Fosca also borders Une to the south, along with Gutiérrez. To the west, Une borders the big city of Bogotá.
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What Does the Name Une Mean?
The name "Une" comes from the Chibcha language, which was spoken by the Muisca people. In their language, "Une" means "Drop it" or "mud."
Where is Une Located?
Une is found in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes mountains. These mountains are a huge chain that runs through South America.
Geology of Une
The area around Une has special rocks called the Une Formation. These rocks are made of quartz-rich sandstone and were formed in the ocean a long time ago. This rock formation is important because it can hold hydrocarbons, which are used to make oil.
A Brief History of Une
Before the Spanish arrived in Colombia, the area where Une is now was home to the Muisca. They were an advanced civilization.
When Was Modern Une Founded?
The modern town of Une was officially started on February 23, 1538. It was founded by a person named Diego Romero de Aguilar.
What is the Economy of Une Like?
The people of Une mostly work in agriculture (farming) and livestock farming (raising animals).
Main Farm Products
Farmers in Une grow many important crops. These include potatoes, onions, carrots, peas, and coriander.
See also
In Spanish: Une (Cundinamarca) para niños
