Córdoba (Nariño)

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CÓRDOBA

Département : Nariño

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Origin/meaning :
The book and knife refer to the local patron saint, St. Batholomew. The lower half with a sun and a indigenous baton, refer to the indigenous people of the region and the long inhabitation of the area.

The two macaw parrots are local animals and refer to freedom and peace.

Literature : Image and information obtained from the municipality