Villa del Rosario, Norte de Santander facts for kids
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Villa del Rosario
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| Nickname(s):
Land of the man of laws, capital of Gran Colombia and bell tower of freedom
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| Motto(s):
Noble, faithful and courageous villa
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 Villa del Rosario, Norte de Santander
Location in Colombia
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| Country | Colombia | |
| Department | Norte de Santander* | |
| Foundation | 1761 | |
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| • Municipality and city | 90.62 km2 (34.99 sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 18.72 km2 (7.23 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 440 m (1,440 ft) | |
| Population
(2020 est.)
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| • Municipality and city | 111,254 | |
| • Density | 1,228/km2 (3,180/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 107,991 | |
| • Urban density | 5,768.8/km2 (14,941/sq mi) | |
| • Metro | 742,689 | |
| Demonym(s) | Rosariense | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (COL) | |
| Area code(s) | 57 + 7 | |
| Website | Official website: http://www.villadelrosario-nortedesantander.gov.co/ | |
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Villa del Rosario is a city and municipality in Colombia. It is located in the eastern part of the Norte de Santander department. This city is also part of the larger Metropolitan Area of Cúcuta. Villa del Rosario shares borders with Venezuela and the city of Cúcuta to the north. To the south, it borders the towns of Ragonvalia and Chinácota. Venezuela is to its east, and the town of Los Patios is to its west.
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Quick Facts About Villa del Rosario
- Founders: Ascencia Rodríguez de Morales and José Díaz de Austudillo.
- Elevation: 320 meters (about 1,050 feet) above sea level.
- Area: 228 square kilometers (about 88 square miles).
- Average Climate: Around 26°C (79°F).
- Distance to Cúcuta: Only 4 kilometers (about 2.5 miles) away.
- Main River: The Táchira River flows nearby.
The History of Villa del Rosario
Historians believe that Don Asencio Rodriguez founded Villa del Rosario around 1750.
Becoming a Town
By 1760, many farms were set up in an area called "the Old Rosary." Important residents met on July 15, 1771. They wanted to officially create a parish, which is like a church community. They asked the Spanish king, Carlos IV, to give their settlement the title of "Villa."
On May 18, 1792, their wish came true. The king officially named it "Noble, Leal y Valerosa Villa" (Noble, Loyal, and Brave Town). This was a special honor for the parish of Our Lady of the Rosary.
Birthplace of Heroes
Villa del Rosario is known as the "cradle of Colombia." Many important events happened here. The first ideas for the new country of Gran Colombia were discussed in its church. It was also the place where the Congress of 1821 met.
This town is the birthplace of Francisco de Paula Santander. He was a famous soldier and lawmaker. People called him "the man of the laws." He helped create the Constitution of Cúcuta. This constitution formed the Republic of Colombia, also known as Gran Colombia. It brought together New Granada (modern-day Colombia and Panama) and Venezuela. Ecuador joined later.
Many other heroes who fought for Colombia's freedom were born here. These include Colonel Pedro Fortoul and Colonel José Concha. The philosopher Frutos Joaquin Guitierrez de Caviedes and the priest Nicolas Mauricio de Omaña also came from Villa del Rosario. Both of them signed the act of independence in 1810.
Villa del Rosario also produced great thinkers. Luis Gabriel Castro was a historian who wrote a book about the capital of Gran Colombia. Manuel Antonio Rueda Jara was a mathematician. He was known for his work in education and wrote books like "The Toy of Numbers."
Economy of Villa del Rosario
The economy of Villa del Rosario relies on several key areas:
- Agriculture: Farmers grow crops like sugar, coffee, rice, and bananas. They also produce tobacco, various vegetables, and different kinds of fruits.
- Cattle Farming: Raising animals is important here. This includes cows (bovine) and poultry (like chickens).
- Mining: The area has natural resources. People mine for coal, clay, plaster, and limestone.
Places to Visit
Villa del Rosario has several historical and interesting places for visitors:
- House of Santander: This is the historic home of Francisco de Paula Santander.
- Historical tamarind: A significant tamarind tree with historical importance.
- Park of the Great Colombia: A park dedicated to the history of Gran Colombia.
Climate
Villa del Rosario has a tropical savanna climate. This means it usually has a clear dry season each year. On climate maps, this type of weather is called "Aw."
See also
In Spanish: Villa del Rosario (Norte de Santander) para niños
