La Nueva Granada

La Nueva Granada was a colonial territory in northern South America, roughly corresponding to modern Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, and parts of Venezuela. It was a Spanish administrative region established in the early 19th century, serving as a vital part of the Viceroyalty of New Granada. The territory played a key role during the struggle for independence from Spain, with local leaders and movements pushing for self-rule. After independence, La Nueva Granada became the Republic of Colombia in 1831, and its history shaped the national identities and borders of the region today.