El Zulia

El Zulia is a municipality in Norte de Santander in northern Colombia, spread across rolling terrain with grasslands and scattered settlements. Rivers flow through the area, supporting agriculture and providing water for the farming communities that inhabit the region.

The first permanent settlers arrived in the mid-1700s and established a settlement that grew into the administrative center it is today. This early foundation shaped how the area developed and expanded over the following centuries.

People here celebrate local festivals throughout the year with music, food, and community gatherings that keep traditions alive. These events bring neighbors together and reflect how daily life is organized around shared customs and family connections.

The area connects to other towns through roads that make traveling across the department easier and are generally passable year-round. Visiting during drier months offers better road conditions for those exploring the region by vehicle.

A river flows through the municipality and has always been central to how farming and daily life developed here. Its waters have shaped settlement patterns and agricultural practices for generations, making it essential to understanding the area's growth.

Location: Norte de Santander Department

Inception: 1750

Elevation above the sea: 223 m

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

GPS coordinates: 7.93250,-72.60250

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43