Antioquia

The department spans 63,612 square kilometers of diverse terrain, from Caribbean coastal areas to mountainous regions of the Andes, with elevations reaching 2099 meters.

Established in 1826, Antioquia evolved from indigenous territories through Spanish colonization into a department that significantly shaped Colombia's development through gold trade and agriculture.

The population of 6.9 million includes descendants of Spanish settlers, indigenous communities, and Afro-Colombian groups, creating a rich mixture of traditions and customs.

The department contains 125 municipalities, with Medellín serving as the capital and main transportation hub connecting the region to other parts of Colombia.

The territory extends from the Magdalena River to the Caribbean Sea, creating a strategic corridor that encompasses both mountainous coffee-growing regions and tropical lowlands.

Location: Colombia

Inception: 1826

Capital city: Medellín

Elevation above the sea: 2,099 m

Shares border with: Córdoba Department, Bolívar Department, Santander Department, Boyacá Department, Caldas Department, Risaralda Department, Chocó Department

Website: http://antioquia.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 6.68333,-75.56667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46