Circasia was founded in 1884 by Javier Arias. It became a separate municipality in 1906 when was separated from Filandia. In 2023 the town had an estimated population of 29,500.[2]
Circasia is known for its Free Cemetery (Spanish: Cementerio Libre), located on the outskirts of the township on the road to Montenegro. It was founded in 1933 by Braulio Botero as a place in which any person could be buried, regardless of their religious beliefs. The cemetery is now a symbol for liberty and equality.
Geography
The township is situated a short distance from the highway between Armenia and Pereira, Risaralda. There is a paved road southwest to Montenegro, which passes through most of the rural area of the municipality. There is also a rural road north to Filandia, which descends to cross the Roble River at a point known as the Aguadeños Pass (Spanish: Paso de los Aguadeños). However, all public transport to Filandia uses the main highway.
There are many nicely decorated coffee shops by the main square as many towns of Quindío. Circasia also offers destinations for fine dining.
Circasia is quietly becoming a major destination for retirees in search of a quiet chateau style place to spend their spare time.
Its colder climate sounds very attractive to regional developers.
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