Bogotá

Plaza de Bolivar, Bogotá’s main square, is a grand and bustling space anchored by a landmark statue of Simón Bolívar and the 16th-century La Catedral Primada. The plaza is a […]

Fernando Botero, celebrated for his distinctive sculptures with plump proportions, has also earned a place in the hearts of Colombians through his generosity. At the height of his career, he […]

La Candelaria, the oldest part of Bogotá, Colombia, dates back to 1537 when the city was founded at Plazuela del Chorro del Quevedo. This historic Spanish colonial city center, with […]

The Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) in Bogotá, one of the city’s most popular attractions, houses over 55,000 archaeological and artistic treasures. These artifacts, only a fraction of which are […]

Rising to an impressive height of 10,341 feet (3,152 meters) at the edge of Bogotá, Mt. Monserrate (Cerro de Monserrate) stands as a prominent landmark visible from across the city. […]

The Zipaquira Salt Cathedral, located 600 feet (183 meters) beneath the ground near Bogotá, Colombia, is a unique religious and historical site. Carved into an extensive network of salt mines, […]

Colombia, while renowned for coffee and salsa dancing, is also the world’s largest producer of emeralds. The International Emerald Museum (Museo Internacional de la Esmeralda) in Bogotá, situated on the […]

Designed by the renowned Colombian architect Rogelio Salmona, the Gabriel García Márquez Cultural Center in Bogotá stands as a tribute to Colombia’s most celebrated author, the Nobel Prize in Literature […]

The Bogotá Mint Museum, located in the heart of Colombia’s capital, has its roots in the 1620s when the Spanish king decreed the mass production of gold coins. Housed in […]

Nestled in the eastern hills of Bogotá, the Quinta de Bolívar Museum stands as a testament to the life and legacy of Simón Bolívar, known as ‘The Liberator’ for his […]

La Catedral Primada, with a grand perch by Plaza de Bolívar, stands as a neoclassical landmark in Bogotá, steeped in centuries of history. Inside, a chapel houses the tomb of […]

Lake Guatavita, a scenic and popular day trip from Bogotá, is steeped in the legend of El Dorado. The Indigenous Muisca people are believed to have made offerings to the […]

Nestled in the historic La Candelaria district, the Nariño Palace, also known as Casa de Nariño, serves as the official residence and office of the President of Colombia. This neoclassical […]

Nestled in the mountains outside of Bogotá, La Chorrera Waterfall stands as Colombia’s tallest, cascading 2,000 feet (590 meters) into the lush jungle. The slim, powerful stream of water carves […]

The Colombian National Museum, located in Bogotá, stands as a testament to the country’s rich history and heritage. Established as Colombia’s first museum, it houses over 20,000 objects across its […]

The National Capitol (Capitolio Nacional) in Bogotá, home to the Colombian Congress and Senate, stands as a symbol of the country’s political life. Its neoclassical design, with a grand colonnaded […]

93 Park, also known as Parque 93, is a cultural centerpiece located in El Chicó, a well-to-do neighborhood within Bogotá’s Chapinero district. This more-than-just-a-grassy-square park is a popular gathering spot […]

Nestled outside of Villa de Leyva, the Terracotta House (Casa Terracota) offers a unique glimpse into living in the world’s largest piece of artisanal pottery. This 5,400-square-foot (500-square-meter) structure, affectionately […]

Towering 50 stories above downtown Bogotá, the Colpatria Tower (Torre Colpatria) was once the tallest building in Colombia and remains a key landmark in the city. Now the fourth tallest […]

Founded by Spanish settlers in 1537, the Nemocón Salt Mines are located in the town of Nemocón, Colombia. For over a century, from 1816 to 1968, the mine produced an […]

Housed in an angular red-brick building, the Bogotá Museum of Modern Art (MAMBO) stands as one of Colombia’s premier contemporary art spaces. Spanning four floors and six exhibition halls, the […]

Nestled on the northern edge of Bogotá’s expansive Simón Bolívar Metropolitan Park, Salitre Mágico is a bustling theme park that offers a diverse array of about 40 rides and attractions. […]

The Paleontological Research Center (Centro de Investigaciones Paleontológicas) in Bogotá, Colombia, offers a glimpse into the prehistoric marine life that once thrived in the region. This modern research facility houses […]

Situated around 20 miles southwest of Bogotá on the Bogotá River, Tequendama Falls (Salto del Tequendama) is a striking natural wonder. The cascade drops 515 feet into a lush, forested […]