Valle de San José facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Valle San José
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Valle San José in the Santander Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Santander Department | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
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Valle San José is a charming town and a municipality located in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. It's a place where people live, work, and learn, just like in your own town, but with its own unique Colombian flavor!
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About Valle San José
Valle San José is more than just a town; it's also a municipality. This means it includes the main town area and the surrounding countryside. Think of it like a county in some other countries, where the main city is the center of a larger region.
Where is Valle San José?
Valle San José is found in the Santander Department. This department is in the northeastern part of Colombia, a country in South America. Colombia is known for its beautiful landscapes, from mountains to beaches, and its rich culture.
What is a Municipality?
In Colombia, a municipality is a local government area. It's like a city or town combined with the rural areas around it. Each municipality has its own local government that helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there. The main town, Valle San José, is the capital of its municipality.
Life in Valle San José
Life in Valle San José is often peaceful, surrounded by nature. Many people in the region work in agriculture, growing crops or raising animals. The town itself has a central square, a church, and local shops, which are common features in Colombian towns. It's a place where community is important, and traditions are often celebrated.
See also
In Spanish: Valle de San José para niños
