Viterbo, Caldas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Viterbo, Caldas
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Location of the municipality and town of Viterbo, Caldas in the Caldas Department of Colombia.
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 Viterbo, Caldas
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Caldas Department |
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| Area | ||
| • Total | 172 km2 (66 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 998 m (3,274 ft) | |
| Population
(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 12,432 | |
| • Density | 72.28/km2 (187.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
Viterbo is a charming town and a municipality (like a local government area) in the Caldas Department of Colombia. It officially became a municipality on December 31, 1951. A priest named Nazario Restrepo Botero founded the town on April 19, 1911. The current mayor, Jhon Mario Giraldo Arrubla, helps lead the town.
People often call Viterbo "El Paraiso Turistico de Caldas," which means "The Touristic Paradise of Caldas." It earned this nickname because of its warm weather all year round. Many vacation homes, farms, and condos are built in the area. The friendly people of Viterbo, known as 'Viterbeños,' also make it a welcoming place to visit.
Where is Viterbo Located?
Viterbo sits in a beautiful spot between the Risaralda River Valley and the mountains of the Western Mountain Range. It is quite close to the city of Pereira. Three other major cities, Manizales, Cali, and Medellín, are also nearby.
Good roads connect Viterbo to these cities, making travel easy. For air travel, there are two airports close by: Matecaña International Airport in Pereira and Santa Ana International Airport near Cartago. The town is also known as "El Paraíso de Caldas" (the paradise of Caldas) because of its lovely views, modern condos, wide streets, and fun places to relax.
What is Viterbo's Economy Like?
The economy in Viterbo mainly depends on farming and agriculture. Farmers grow and sell crops like sugarcane, corn, citrus fruits, and other tropical fruits. Some coffee is also grown here.
Tourism is also becoming more important in Viterbo. Many new vacation condos are being built, which brings more visitors and helps the local economy grow.
See also
In Spanish: Viterbo (Caldas) para niños
