Ipiales, Border municipality in Nariño Department, Colombia.
Located at 2903 meters elevation, Ipiales extends across a high plateau near Ecuador, featuring mountain landscapes and agricultural zones.
Founded in 1581, Ipiales grew from a settlement into a crucial trading post at Colombia's southern border, marking the northern limit of Inca influence.
The Blacks and Whites Carnival brings residents together through celebrations where participants paint their faces to honor racial diversity.
The Pan American Highway connects Ipiales to major Colombian cities and Ecuador, providing essential transportation routes for commerce and travel.
Local residents prepare and consume kuy, a traditional dish made from guinea pig, following ancestral cooking methods from the region.
Location: Nariño Department
Inception: 1581
Elevation above the sea: 2,903 m
Website: http://ipiales-narino.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 0.82889,-77.64056
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:18
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