Tuluá

Tuluá is an administrative center in Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia, positioned between two mountain ranges of the Andes. The river of the same name crosses the built-up area from east to west, forming a natural axis through the town.

In 1636, a Spanish colonist established a cattle farm on the site after driving out the indigenous Putimáes people. The settlement later grew into a regional trading center for agricultural products.

The name comes from an indigenous word meaning water, reflected in the landscape with rivers and streams throughout the area. Visitors see agriculture and cattle ranching as part of daily life in the surroundings.

The Pan-American Highway connects the town to other Colombian cities, allowing travel in both directions along the valley. A regional airport nearby serves shorter flights within the country.

A botanical garden on the edge of town gathers native plants from the region and gives researchers access to local species. The grounds also serve as a quiet place to walk among beds and greenhouses.

Location: Valle del Cauca Department

Inception: 1639

Elevation above the sea: 1.025 m

Website: http://tulua.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 4.08472,-76.19861

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:32