Puerto Wilches, Transport hub in Santander Department, Colombia
Puerto Wilches sits at 27 meters above sea level along the Magdalena River, serving as a connection point between multiple Colombian regions.
The municipality emerged in 1908 when the Great Northern Railway of Colombia Company established a crucial fluvial port linking Bucaramanga to Barranquilla.
Local residents, known as Wilchenses, maintain traditions through regular community gatherings and celebrations that strengthen social connections across the municipality.
The municipality connects to major cities through various transport networks, with Bucaramanga at 67 kilometers and Medellin at 223 kilometers distance.
The transformation from a railway-centered economy to an oil industry hub demonstrates the adaptability of this Santander Department municipality.
Location: Santander Department
Inception: 1908
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
Website: http://puertowilches-santander.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 7.34833,-73.89833
Latest update: April 29, 2025 06:46
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