Valle de Aburrá Postal Codes: 050001 to 055468 | Antioquia

Key Facts

Valle de Aburrá is a subregion and metropolitan area located within the department of Antioquia in northwestern Colombia. This densely populated valley stretches approximately 60 kilometers in length and is situated in the central part of Antioquia, following the course of the Medellín River as it flows through the Andes Mountains. The valley covers an area of roughly 1,152 square kilometers and serves as the economic and cultural heart of Antioquia, with Medellín as its principal city and the departmental capital. With a population exceeding 3.7 million people, Valle de Aburrá represents one of Colombia's most significant urban agglomerations and is divided into 10 municipalities that form the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley. These municipalities work collaboratively through the Metropolitan Area authority to address regional challenges such as transportation, environmental protection, and urban planning. The valley's strategic location and temperate climate have made it a hub for commerce, industry, and innovation in Colombia. For those seeking detailed postal code information and location data, the metropolitan area's 10 constituent municipalities each maintain their own administrative divisions and postal systems.

Neighboring Regions

• Bajo Cauca
• Nordeste
• Norte
• Occidente
• Oriente
• Suroeste