Concordia () is a town and
municipality
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The term ''municipality'' may also mean the go ...
in the
Colombian
department of
Antioquia. Part of the subregion of
Southwestern Antioquia.
This municipality is located at 2000 mt over sea level 6° 2'59.82"N 75°55'11.88"W. Has a population of 25,000 including the surrounding areas. The inhabitants of this mountains survives mainly from the
coffee
Coffee is a drink prepared from roasted coffee beans. Darkly colored, bitter, and slightly acidic, coffee has a stimulating effect on humans, primarily due to its caffeine content. It is the most popular hot drink in the world.
Seeds of ...
trade.
It was founded in 1830 by Juan José Restrepo Uribe, and originally named as Selva Virgen (Virgin Jungle), it was later renamed La Comia.
References
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Concordia official website
Municipalities of Antioquia Department
Populated places established in 1830
1830 establishments in Gran Colombia
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