San Francisco, Municipality in Eastern Antioquia, Colombia.
The municipality extends across an elevation of 1250 meters, featuring both urban areas and rural landscapes within the Antioquia Department territory.
Originally known as El Morrón and part of Cocorná municipality, San Francisco received its current status and name in February 1986.
The population of 5,318 residents maintains strong agricultural traditions while participating in regular community events that strengthen local identity.
The municipality operates under Colombia Standard Time and experiences consistent rainfall throughout the year, with annual precipitation reaching 5,234 millimeters.
The urban-rural population distribution shows 2,446 inhabitants in the town center and 2,872 in surrounding rural areas, indicating a balanced community structure.
Location: Eastern Antioquia
Location: Antioquia Department
Inception: February 16, 1986
Elevation above the sea: 1,250 m
Website: http://sanfrancisco-antioquia.gov.co/sitio.shtml
GPS coordinates: 5.96417,-75.10167
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:22
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Concatedral de San Nicolás el Magno
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Páramo de Sonsón
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Basílica Menor de San Antonio de Padua de Manzanares
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Museo Casa de los Abuelos
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Museo Memorial
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Plaza de Ruíz y Zapata
36.6 km
Sonsón town hall
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Itare Theater
36.6 km
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Mirador Turistico El Faro
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