Zipacón Postal Codes: 253010 to 253017 | Sabana Occidente, Cundinamarca

Key Facts

Zipacón is a municipality located in the Sabana Occidente province of the Cundinamarca department in central Colombia. Situated approximately 50 kilometers northwest of Bogotá, this municipality occupies a strategic position in the western part of the Bogotá savanna region, characterized by its rolling hills and fertile valleys. With an estimated population of around 5,000 residents, Zipacón covers an area of approximately 70 square kilometers, making it one of the smaller municipalities in the region. The municipality is administratively divided into the urban center of Zipacón and several rural veredas (hamlets), maintaining a predominantly agricultural economy focused on dairy farming, potato cultivation, and flower production. The area's elevation of about 2,600 meters above sea level contributes to its cool, temperate climate, which has supported agricultural activities for centuries since pre-Columbian times when the region was inhabited by the Muisca indigenous people. Today, Zipacón preserves elements of its colonial heritage while serving as an important agricultural contributor to the broader Bogotá metropolitan area. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Zipacón's various neighborhoods and rural sectors, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and navigation within this municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Anolaima
• La Mesa
• Quipile
• San Antonio del Tequendama