Quindío Department, Colombian administrative department in western Andes
Located on the western slopes of the Cordillera Central, Quindío extends across 1,845 square kilometers of mountainous terrain at 1,458 meters elevation.
The department gained its administrative independence on July 1, 1966, marking a separation from the larger Caldas region to establish its own governance structure.
Agricultural traditions in Quindío center around coffee cultivation, with local farmers maintaining production methods that have shaped the regional identity for generations.
Armenia, the capital city, functions as a transportation center connecting the department through an extensive network of roads and infrastructure systems.
Despite being Colombia's smallest department, Quindío contains mineral deposits of gold, silver, copper, and limestone throughout its territory.
Location: Colombia
Inception: July 1, 1966
Capital city: Armenia
Elevation above the sea: 1,458 m
Shares border with: Risaralda Department, Tolima Department, Valle del Cauca Department
Website: http://quindio.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 4.43333,-75.68333
Latest update: June 2, 2025 14:18
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