Chía is a town and municipality in the Cundinamarca department of Colombia, located to the north of Bogotá on the main road to Zipaquira. Its history dates back to the pre-Columbian era. Due to its proximity to Bogotá, Chía has effectively become a suburb of the capital. It is also home of the Universidad de la Sabana.
Bogotá, officially Bogotá, Distrito Capital, abbreviated Bogotá, D.C., and formerly known as Santa Fe de Bogotá between 1991 and 2000, is the capital and largest city of Colombia, administered as the Capital District, as well as the capital of the department of Cundinamarca.
Learn more Book this experienceThe Botero Museum also known as Museo Botero is a museum located in Bogotá, Colombia. It houses one of Latin America's most important international art collections.
Learn more Book this experiencePlunge into the heart of Sesquilé, where the shimmering Laguna de Guatavita conceals ancient secrets and legends. This was the hallowed setting for the Muisca's El Dorado ceremony, where future rulers claimed their thrones and morphed into revered Zipas. The visitor will be swept up in the mystique of this historical rite and the lasting legacy it's etched into the nation's chronicles. As the Laguna tour concludes, the picturesque town of Guatavita unfolds, begging to be explored. Wander through its quaint streets, soak up its rich history, marvel at architectural gems, and indulge in local landmarks like the Plaza de Toros. Pause to remember the town's predecessor, tragically lost to the encroaching waters of the Tominé Reservoir. Next stop? The CASA LOCA. This topsy-turvy house, where everything's upside down, offers an irresistible backdrop for quirky photo ops. To wrap up this whirlwind adventure, savour a scrumptious regional dish at one of the area's most renowned restaurants. Reserve a ticket and unlock the magic of Guatavita!
Book this experienceThe Museum of Gold is a museum located in Bogotá, Colombia. It is one of the most visited touristic highlights in the country. The museum receives around 500,000 tourists per year.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceGuatavita is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Guavio Province of the department of Cundinamarca. Guatavita is located 75 km northeast of the capital Bogotá.
Learn more Book this experienceChingaza National Natural Park is located in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes, northeast of Bogotá, Colombia in the departments of Cundinamarca and Meta.
Learn more Book this experienceCórdoba is a wetland, part of the Wetlands of Bogotá in Bogotá, Colombia. It is situated on the Bogotá savanna in the locality Suba between the Avenida Boyacá and Avenida Córdoba and the streets Calle 127 and Calle 116, close to the TransMilenio stations Av.
Learn more Book this experienceLa Candelaria is the 17th locality of Bogotá, Colombia. A historic neighborhood in the city's downtown, it is the equivalent to the Old City in other cities.
Learn more Book this experienceTocancipá is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Central Savanna Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. Tocancipá is situated in the northern part of the Bogotá savanna, part of the Altiplano Cundiboyacense in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes with the urban centre at an altitude of 2,605 metres.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceMonserrate is a high Mountain over 10,000 feet high that dominates the city center of Bogotá, the capital city of Colombia. It rises to 3,152 meters above the sea level, where there is a church with a shrine, devoted to El Señor Caído.
Learn more Book this experienceSopó is a municipality and town of Colombia in the department of Cundinamarca. The town is located 39 km north of the Colombian capital Bogotá.
Learn more Book this experienceNemocón is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Central Savanna Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. Nemocón, famous for its salt mine, was an important village in the Muisca Confederation, the country in the central Colombian Andes before the arrival of the Spanish.
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