Colonial checkerboard
The historic core is laid out in square blocks around the central plaza. It is one of the most complete Spanish grids in Colombia and reads very cleanly in thin black lines.
Minimalist map poster · Colombia
Popayán Map Poster & Print
2.4382° N / 76.6132° W
A tight colonial grid of whitewashed blocks at the foot of the Andes, crossed by the Molino River and overlooked by a grassy pyramid hill
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Popayán in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Popayán, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Popayán at home
The map
About this Popayán map poster
Popayán sits in a high valley of southwestern Colombia at roughly 1,700 metres, between the Central and Western cordilleras. From above, the historic centre is a clean Spanish checkerboard of square blocks. Beyond it the streets loosen into newer neighbourhoods that follow the folds of the land. The Pan-American Highway runs along the western side of town, a long line that carries traffic between Cali and Ecuador.
Its nickname, the White City, comes from the lime-washed facades of the old centre. You can't see that colour on a monochrome print, but the order behind it shows up clearly: evenly spaced streets, the rectangle of the main square and the regular rhythm of churches and cloisters. A Popayán map poster keeps that colonial geometry and leaves out the noise of the modern road network.
The city is also known for its Holy Week processions, which UNESCO lists as intangible cultural heritage, and for its cooking, which earned it the title of UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Neither shows up on a street plan, but the processions follow the same streets drawn on the poster. For many people who know the city, those streets carry the memory of candlelit nights in April.
- Population
- 318,000
- Coordinates
- 2.4382° N / 76.6132° W
- Elevation
- 1760 m
- Time zone
- Bogota
- Region
- Popayán, Colombia
Morro de Tulcán
A rounded hill just east of the centre, believed to be a pre-Columbian earthwork pyramid. On the map it appears as a small island of open ground among the city streets.
Molino River crossings
The Molino River cuts through the northern edge of the old town. Near the old brick Humilladero bridge, the orderly grid meets the river's natural bend.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Popayán
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Popayán
A map that means something
People who studied, married or grew up in Popayán often want something quieter than a photograph of the white facades. The street plan gives them the structure of the place without the postcard. It suits a study or a hallway, where a reserved image works better than a bright one.
You can add your own title and a subtitle such as a year, a family name or a date that matters. The coordinates line can mark the old centre or a particular address. Then choose one of five styles, from Classic black and white to the warmer Sand or the technical Blueprint.
Order the Popayán posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Popayán map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Popayán poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Popayán poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Popayán poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Popayán poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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