El Carmen, Norte de Santander

El Carmen extends across 1,687 square kilometers of terrain at an elevation of 712 meters in the northeastern region of Colombia.

The municipality developed from a colonial settlement, establishing itself as an administrative center within the Norte de Santander Department through the 20th century.

The July celebration of Ferias y Fiestas honors the Virgen del Carmen with regional music, traditional dances, and local food specialties.

Residents and visitors access municipal services through the official website elcarmen-nortedesantander.gov.co, which provides information about local procedures and events.

The September Novena dedicated to Santo Ángel Custodio brings together the entire community for nine days of prayers and social gatherings.

Location: Norte de Santander Department

Elevation above the sea: 712 m

Website: http://elcarmen-nortedesantander.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 8.51278,-73.45080

Latest update: June 12, 2025 07:24