Bucaramanga Postal Codes: 680001 to 680011 | Soto, Santander

Key Facts

Bucaramanga is a municipality and the capital city of the Santander department in northeastern Colombia. Located in the central part of Santander department, Bucaramanga sits at an elevation of approximately 959 meters above sea level in the Cordillera Oriental of the Colombian Andes. With a population of around 613,000 people as of recent estimates, it serves as the economic, cultural, and administrative hub of the department. The city covers an area of approximately 165 square kilometers and is divided into 17 comunas (districts) that organize its urban structure. Known as 'La Ciudad Bonita' (The Beautiful City) and 'La Ciudad de los Parques' (The City of Parks), Bucaramanga features a pleasant climate and numerous green spaces that contribute to its quality of life. As the primary urban center of the metropolitan area that includes neighboring municipalities, it plays a crucial role in regional commerce, education, and industry. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, Bucaramanga's 17 comunas each contain specific neighborhoods and sectors that can be accessed through local postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Floridablanca
• Girón
• Piedecuesta