Postal codes for El Loa range from 1390000 to 1420000 in Antofagasta, Chile. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within El Loa, choose from the communes listed below.
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the El Loa provinces in Chile. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
| Country | Chile (CL) |
|---|---|
| Region | Antofagasta |
| Postal Code Status | Official Codes in Use |
El Loa is a province located in the Antofagasta Region of northern Chile, situated in the heart of the Atacama Desert. Positioned in the northeastern part of the region, El Loa shares international borders with Argentina and Bolivia, making it a strategically important cross-border area. With an approximate area of 42,000 square kilometers, it is one of the larger provinces in Chile, characterized by its extreme desert climate, high-altitude landscapes, and significant mineral resources. The province has a population of approximately 143,000 people, with the majority concentrated in its urban centers. El Loa is administratively divided into three communes: Calama, Ollagüe, and San Pedro de Atacama, each with distinct geographical and cultural characteristics. The provincial capital, Calama, serves as the main urban and economic hub, while San Pedro de Atacama is renowned as a major tourist destination famous for its stunning desert landscapes, salt flats, and archaeological sites. This province is essential for accessing detailed postal code information and administrative data for its constituent communes and their various localities.
* Tocopilla Province
* Antofagasta Province
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