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Pitalito

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Updated Thursday, October 29, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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  • Deployment of BAFUR urban special forces team to Pitalito in October 2026 to enhance security.
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Previously

  1. Documented history · 1538

    On December 18, 1538, Spanish captain Pedro de Añasco founded a village in the Laboyos Valley, which was initially called Guacacallo, due to its location on a terrace of the Cálamo River.

  2. Documented history · 1818

    In 1818, José Hilario Sierra was appointed Catholic priest of the vice-parish of "Los Laboyos".

  3. Foundation of initial village by Pedro de Añasco

    On December 18, 1538, Spanish captain Pedro de Añasco founded a village in the Laboyos Valley initially called Guacacallo.

  4. Foundation of Pitalito settlement

    In 1818, residents of Laboyos moved to the northeastern site of Pitalito, leading to the construction of the first chapel.

Current public leadership

  • Yider Luna Joven

    Alcalde de Pitalito for the 2024-2027 term ('El Gobierno de la Gente').

People associated with this place

Historical figures

  • Pedro de Añasco

    Spanish captain who founded a village in the Laboyos Valley on December 18, 1538.

  • José Hilario Sierra

    Catholic priest appointed in 1818 to the vice-parish of 'Los Laboyos' who helped establish Pitalito.

  • Flor Alba Núñez Vargas

    Colombian journalist with La Preferida Estero radio station and several TV stations, murdered in Pitalito in September 2015.

Local business and employers

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Buildings and landmarks

  • Temple of San Antonio

    The first hut-chapel built by Dr. José Hilario Sierra in Pitalito, which still stands today.

  • Peñas Blancas Serranía Natural Park

    Natural park featuring over 84,000 hectares of forests supplying water to local aqueducts surrounding Pitalito.

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01 · Overview

Pitalito, in brief

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02 · History

How Pitalito took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Pitalito

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Pitalito

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Pitalito

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Pitalito

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Pitalito

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08 · Questions

Questions about Pitalito

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pitalito

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01 · Q&A

Where is Pitalito located and what are its coordinates?

Pitalito is situated in Colombia at geographic coordinates 1.8537, -76.0507, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Pitalito?

Pitalito has a recorded population of approximately 135,711 and observes the America/Bogota time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Pitalito?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Pitalito include ES-CO, with COP used for local transactions.

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