La Plata

La Plata is a municipality in Huila Department in Colombia's Andean region. It spans across mountainous terrain where local communities farm coffee, cacao, bananas, and rice.

Diego de Ospina y Maldonado founded San Sebastián de La Plata in 1651 as a Spanish settlement attracted by silver mining in the region. This establishment became part of the colonial expansion into the Andes.

San Sebastian Cathedral stands as the central religious structure, featuring two 52-meter towers and a large dome that allows natural light inside.

The town is accessible from Neiva and sits in a valley with good road connections to nearby settlements. Several schools and training centers provide basic services for visitors and residents.

The region receives abundant rainfall throughout the year, supporting its lush green landscape and diverse vegetation. These wet conditions enable the cultivation of a variety of tropical and subtropical crops.

Location: Huila Department

Inception: 1651

Elevation above the sea: 1,050 m

Website: http://laplata-huila.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 2.39000,-75.89194

Latest update: December 22, 2025 12:03