Buesaco Postal Codes: 520501 to 520518 | Nariño

Key Facts

Buesaco is a municipality located in the Nariño Department of southwestern Colombia. Situated in the Andean region, Buesaco lies approximately 70 kilometers northeast of the departmental capital of Pasto, positioned within the mountainous terrain that characterizes much of Nariño's interior. The municipality covers an area of approximately 583 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural and commercial center for the surrounding rural communities. Buesaco is administratively divided into multiple corregimientos (townships) and veredas (rural districts) that spread across its varied topography, which ranges from high-altitude páramo ecosystems to more temperate valleys suitable for farming. The region's economy primarily revolves around agriculture, with significant production of coffee, sugarcane, potatoes, and various fruits that benefit from the area's volcanic soils and favorable climate conditions. With an estimated population of around 20,000 residents, Buesaco maintains a strong cultural identity rooted in both indigenous and mestizo traditions, while also serving as a transportation hub connecting several neighboring municipalities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and delivery services for Buesaco's various urban and rural subdivisions, comprehensive address data is available through local postal authorities.

Neighboring Regions

• Albán
• Arboleda
• San Pedro de Cartago
• La Cruz
• San Bernardo
• Taminango