Las Mercedes
Populated Place, Caldas Victoria
Colombia
Las Mercedes
Las Mercedes is a small populated place located in the municipality of Victoria, Caldas, in the central region of Colombia. It is situated at an altitude of 1,309 meters above sea level and has a population of around 1,500 inhabitants. The town is surrounded by lush green mountains and is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquil environment.
The main economic activity of Las Mercedes is agriculture, with coffee being the principal crop grown in the region. The town also has a few small businesses, such as stores and restaurants, which serve the local community.
Las Mercedes has basic infrastructure, with paved roads leading to the town center and a few public buildings such as a school and a church. Residents have access to basic services such as water and electricity, although internet connectivity and other modern amenities are limited.
The town celebrates several religious festivals throughout the year, including the Feast of the Holy Cross in May and the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary in October. These celebrations are an important part of the local culture and feature traditional music, dance, and food.
Overall, Las Mercedes is a peaceful and charming town that offers a glimpse into the rural life of Colombia.
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Las Mercedes is a populated place in Caldas, Colombia. It has an elevation of 308 meters above sea level. It is also known as Las Mercedes. Information correct as at Thursday 28th January 2016.
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Las Mercedes Data
| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Id | 7523164 |
| Name | Las Mercedes |
| Asciiname | Las Mercedes |
| Alternatenames | Las Mercedes |
| Latitude | 5.36823 |
| Longitude | -74.82644 |
| Feature Class | P |
| Feature Id | PPL |
| Country Id | CO |
| Cc2 | |
| Admin1 Code | 37 |
| Admin2 Code | 17867 |
| Area Id | CO.37 |
| District Id | CO.37.17867 |
| Admin3 Code | |
| Admin4 Code | |
| Population | 0 |
| Elevation | 0 |
| Dem | 308 |
| Timezone Id | America/Bogota |
| Modification Date | 2016-01-28 |
| What3words | construct.cancels.teachings |
| What3words Place | Victoria, Caldas |
| Feature | populated place: a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
| Timezone | America/Bogota CO GMT -5.0 |
| Country | Americas Latin America and the Caribbean South America Colombia |