Pedro Usme, Administrative locality in southern Bogotá, Colombia
Pedro Usme is an administrative locality in southern Bogotá, Colombia, encompassing residential neighborhoods and agricultural zones. The area spreads across hilly terrain with scattered rural settlements and urban sections.
The Parish of San Pedro de Usme was established in 1718, marking the start of organized religious services in this part of Bogotá. The church presence later connected rural communities across an extended territory reaching into the Sumapaz district.
The cemetery beside San Pedro de Usme Church holds family vaults representing local heritage since 1888. These burial sites reflect the continuity of the community across multiple generations.
The local parish office provides community services from Monday through Saturday during morning hours. The facility is located in an accessible area for residents seeking church support or documentation.
The parish serves 46 rural settlements, including 18 in Usme and 28 in the neighboring Sumapaz district. This coverage makes it one of the geographically largest church jurisdictions in the Bogotá region.
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