Gómez Plata

Gómez Plata is a municipality in Northern Antioquia, situated at roughly 1800 meters elevation in the Colombian highlands of the Antioquia Department. The settlement centers around local administrative buildings and serves as a rural governance hub for the surrounding region.

The municipality was founded in 1911 and developed into an important administrative center for this mountain region. Since then, it has remained a local government seat serving the surrounding farms and communities.

The main church sits at the heart of town and serves as a gathering space where locals come together for community celebrations and religious observances.

As an administrative center, the town offers basic services and is reachable from Medellín, though mountain roads make the journey longer than expected. Visitors should prepare for changeable highland weather and bring sturdy footwear.

The region is known for high-altitude coffee farming, with local growers using traditional methods passed down through generations. This coffee heritage shapes the daily rhythm and economy of the community.

Location: Northern Antioquia

Location: Antioquia Department

Elevation above the sea: 1,805 m

Website: http://gomezplata-antioquia.gov.co/sitio.shtml

GPS coordinates: 6.68167,-75.21806

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29