Montes de María Postal Codes: 700001 to 707037 | Sucre

Key Facts

Montes de María is a subregion located within the department of Sucre in northern Colombia, forming part of the Caribbean Region's mountainous system. This geographically distinct area is situated in the northwestern portion of Colombia, specifically occupying the central zone of the departments of Sucre and Bolívar. The region covers approximately 3,000 square kilometers and supports a population of around 300,000 inhabitants across its various municipalities. Montes de María is administratively divided into multiple municipalities including El Carmen de Bolívar, San Juan Nepomuceno, Ovejas, and Chalán, among others, each contributing to the region's cultural and economic diversity. Characterized by its rolling hills and fertile valleys, this area serves as an important agricultural hub known for producing crops like plantains, yams, and cassava, while also maintaining significant ecological value through its tropical dry forest ecosystems. The region's strategic location has historically made it a corridor between Colombia's Caribbean coast and interior regions, though it has also faced challenges related to armed conflict and displacement. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for the municipalities within Montes de María, our comprehensive database provides accurate and up-to-date geographical references.

Neighboring Regions

• La Mojana
• Sabanas
• San Jorge
• Morrosquillo
• Dique