Huila department had a population of 1,122,622 inhabitants in 2020, of which 679,667 (60.54%) live in urban areas and 442,955 (39.46%) in the rest of the Huilense territory. [5] This amounts to 2.5% of the total Colombian population. The majority of it is settled in the Magdalena valley, the main urban centers being Neiva and Garzón, due to the possibilities offered by commercial-type ...

Huila, departamento, southwestern Colombia, occupying the Andean Cordilleras (mountains) Oriental and Central, which are separated by the upper Magdalena River valley. Created in 1905, it was named for the snowcapped mountain Nevado del Huila (17,844 feet [5,439 m]), which dominates much of the

Huila is full of archaeological remains and boasts a rich geography that makes it a land that transports its visitors to a world of infinite landscapes. It is also home to stone monuments that maintain balance over lush slopes. Undoubtedly, it is a place that holds incredible secrets of past civilizations, ready to be explored by adventure lovers. The land of Huila awaits you, inviting you to ...

Huila practical Guide: All you need to know to visit Huila region in Colombia (2025) For us, a visit to Huila is a must on any trip to Colombia. The Tatacoa desert and the archaeological sites of San Agustin are, of course, the best-known destinations. But Huila is much more than that, and this department deserves a real detour and in-depth ...