Barrios Unidos, Administrative division in northern Bogotá, Colombia
Barrios Unidos extends over 1,190 hectares at 2,564 meters above sea level, containing residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and industrial sectors.
The locality emerged from informal settlements that transformed into organized communities, with Siete de Agosto, Benjamín Herrera, and Colombia neighborhoods as initial centers.
The locality maintains 74 parks and recreational spaces, including cultural venues like Teatro de la Castellana for performing arts and community gatherings.
The area contains 9 district schools, 5 hospitals, and multiple TransMilenio stations, serving the daily needs of 153,342 residents.
Local entrepreneurship programs like Impulso Local provide mentorship to residents while Generación CreActiva creates educational spaces for youth development.
Location: Bogotá
Elevation above the sea: 2,600 m
Website: http://www.barriosunidos.gov.co
Address: Barrios Unidos, Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia Bogotá
Website: http://barriosunidos.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 4.67861,-74.07861
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43
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