Yopal

Yopal extends across the western edge of the Llanos plains, functioning as the governmental seat of the Casanare department in eastern Colombia.

Pedro Pablo González established the initial settlement of Yopal in 1935, which later developed into the capital city of Casanare department in 1974.

The local traditions incorporate elements from both indigenous and mestizo heritage, manifesting through regional dances, music, and cattle-raising customs.

The El Alcaraván Airport connects Yopal with major Colombian cities, while road networks link it to Sogamoso in the Cordillera Oriental region.

The regional economy transformed from primarily cattle raising to include substantial petroleum production activities since the mid-1990s, leading to rapid population growth.

Location: Casanare Department

Inception: 1915

Elevation above the sea: 350 m

Shares border with: Nunchía, San Luis de Palenque, Orocué, Aguazul, Maní

Website: http://yopal-casanare.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 5.33056,-72.39056

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:13