Carolina del Príncipe Postal Codes: 051840 to 051847 | Norte Antioqueño, Antioquia

Key Facts

Carolina del Príncipe is a municipality located in the Norte Antioqueño subregion of the Antioquia department in northwestern Colombia. Situated in the northern part of Antioquia, this municipality lies approximately 120 kilometers northeast of Medellín, the departmental capital, within the Andean region of Colombia. Carolina del Príncipe covers an area of approximately 220 square kilometers and has a population of around 4,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and small-scale commerce. The municipality is administratively divided into several smaller corregimientos and veredas, including the main urban center and surrounding rural areas that characterize its predominantly agricultural landscape. Founded during the Spanish colonial period, Carolina del Príncipe maintains a rich cultural heritage reflected in its traditional architecture and local festivals. The terrain features rolling hills and valleys typical of the Antioquian mountains, with elevations ranging between 1,800 and 2,200 meters above sea level, contributing to its mild climate. As part of the Norte Antioqueño, the municipality plays a significant role in the regional agricultural economy, particularly in coffee production and dairy farming. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Carolina del Príncipe's various subdivisions and neighborhoods, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and service delivery throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Gómez Plata
• Yolombó
• Guadalupe
• Amalfi