Manzanares, Municipality in Alto Oriente region, Colombia.
Manzanares stretches across mountain ranges at 1,871 meters above sea level, marked by green valleys and agricultural lands in the Caldas department.
The municipality received its official designation in 1864, establishing itself as an administrative center within the developing region of Caldas.
The Basílica Menor de San Antonio de Padua stands as the central religious structure where residents gather for traditional Colombian Catholic ceremonies.
Regular bus services connect Manzanares to major cities like Manizales and Pereira, with journeys operating throughout the day from the central terminal.
The population has shifted from 25,104 residents in 2005 to 16,532 in 2018, reflecting significant demographic changes in this mountain community.
Location: Alto Oriente
Inception: 1864
Elevation above the sea: 1,871 m
Website: http://manzanares-caldas.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 5.25194,-75.15694
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:04
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