Zarzal is a city and municipality located in the northern region of the Valle del Cauca department in Colombia. It serves as a local commercial hub, featuring a marketplace that acts as a reference point for several neighboring cities.
The local economy is primarily driven by the extensive cultivation of sugar cane, along with utilities and small to medium-sized enterprises in the metallurgic sector. The city also maintains a significant commercial presence characterized by numerous warehouses for basic necessity goods.
With a population of approximately 42,000 residents, Zarzal has experienced recent urban development in its center. This growth has resulted in new city districts being constructed, making it increasingly difficult to find vacant land within the city limits.