Potosí Postal Codes: 524030 to 524039 | Nariño

Key Facts

Potosí is a municipality located in the Nariño Department of southwestern Colombia. Situated in the Andean region, Potosí lies in the mountainous terrain that characterizes much of Nariño, positioned approximately 100 kilometers northeast of the departmental capital of Pasto. This municipality covers an area of roughly 250 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 8,000 residents according to recent estimates. Potosí is administratively divided into several corregimientos (sub-municipalial divisions) that help organize local governance across its varied topography. The municipality's economy is primarily agricultural, with coffee cultivation being particularly significant alongside other traditional crops suited to the Andean climate. Potosí maintains its cultural heritage through local festivals and traditions that reflect the blend of indigenous and Spanish influences typical of the region. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about Potosí's various sub-regions and communities, comprehensive resources are available to help navigate this municipality's geographic and administrative structure.

Neighboring Regions

• Providencia
• El Tablón de Gómez
• La Florida
• San Lorenzo
• Sandoná