Cumbal, Administrative municipality in Nariño Department, Colombia.
Cumbal extends across mountainous terrain at 3050 meters elevation, featuring prominent geographical landmarks including the Cumbal and Chiles volcanoes reaching 4760 meters.
The settlement originated in 1529 when Chief Cumbe established a town called Pavas at the base of Cumbal volcano, later renamed to honor its founder.
The municipality maintains a strong indigenous presence with 93 percent of the population belonging to the Pasto ethnic group in the Chiles district.
The municipal administration operates through the Alcaldía Municipal de Cumbal, managing public services and infrastructure development for the local community.
Multiple rivers traverse the region, including the Buenavista, Colorado, Negro, and Portachuelo, contributing to the agricultural capabilities of the high-altitude terrain.
Location: Nariño Department
Inception: 1529
Elevation above the sea: 3,050 m
Website: http://cumbal-narino.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 0.90778,-77.79083
Latest update: June 5, 2025 15:09
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