Puerto López (Puerto López)
Puerto Lopez has been said to be the "belly button", or geographical center, of Colombia. Nearby is the Obelisco del Alto de Menegua, a 30 meter tall obelisk that marks the intersection of 4 degrees north latitude and 72 degrees west longitude.
The town was established on 1 May 1935. It was centered on the river port and pre-existing village. On 3 May 1937, the Intendencia for Meta Department ordered the creation of the Yacuana District (corregimiento) whose capital is Puerto Alfonso Lopez. The municipality was established on 3 July 1955, in accordance with National Decree No. 2543 of 1945.
Map - Puerto López (Puerto López)
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Country - Colombia
Currency / Language
| ISO | Currency | Symbol | Significant figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| COP | Colombian peso | $ | 2 |
| ISO | Language |
|---|---|
| ES | Spanish language |