Filandia

Filandia is a mountain municipality in the Quindío department of Colombia, situated at 1923 meters elevation on the western slope of the central mountain range. The town center features wooden colonial-style buildings, narrow streets, and hillside terrain that slopes in all directions.

The town was founded in 1878 by Felipe Melendez and Eliseo Buitrago during a migration wave from Antioquia toward the coffee-growing regions. This founding period was part of a broader settlement movement that brought people to develop coffee cultivation in the high-altitude zones.

The central square displays wooden balconies in bright colors that reflect the building traditions brought by settlers from Antioquia. This style shapes how the town looks and reveals how early migrants left their mark on the landscape.

Visitors reach the town by bus from Armenia city, with regular departures throughout the day from the main terminal. The streets are hilly and narrow, so comfortable shoes and time for walking exploration are recommended.

The territory contains around 250,000 coffee plants, producing quality beans at elevations ranging from 1300 to 2200 meters. These extreme altitude conditions give the local coffee its distinctive flavor profile that sets it apart from coffee grown elsewhere.

Location: Quindío Department

Inception: August 20, 1878

Elevation above the sea: 1,923 m

Website: http://filandia-quindio.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 4.67333,-75.65833

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:06