Riohacha
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Riohacha, situated in Colombia's La Guajira Department, lies at the mouth of the Ranchería River and the Caribbean Sea. Founded in 1535 by Nikolaus Federmann, the city's name originates from a legend involving an axe. It historically served as a significant port due to its pearl harvesting and is now a multicultural center.
Statistics
Area
5,020.00 km²
Population
167,865