Moniquirá

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Etymology

In the Chibcha language of the Muisca, Moniquirá means "place of bath".[2]

History

Before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores, Moniquirá was who were ruled by the cacique of Susa, part of the Muisca Confederation. Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada passed through Ubaza, part of Moniquirá on March 16, 1537.[1]

Economy

Main economical activity of Moniquirá is agriculture; coffee, sugar cane and maize. The bocadillos industry provides employment for over 800 people.[1]

Climate

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