Bogotá is the most internationally known city in Colombia, in addition to being the capital of the country. It is a city with a lot of cultural and historical wealth in which to enjoy a very characteristic society. Let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere and visit some of the most touristic places in Bogotá. Next, we will talk about some of the most important.
La Candelaria is the historical center of Bogotá, a place that you must visit if you find yourself are spending a few days in the capital of Colombia. Strolling through the streets of the historical center is an authentic journey through time with which you will learn about the history and origins of the city. In La Candelaria, we also recommend visiting places such as La Plazoleta del Rosario, chapels and religious centers such as the Capilla de la Bordadita or the San Francisco church and places of historical significance such as the Palace of Justice. If you want to know the authentic essence of the city and learn about its typical architecture and origins, you cannot miss the historic area of La Candelaria.
If you are going to visit Bogotá, one of the best-known activities is to visit the Cerro de Monserrate. At the top of this mountain of more than 3,000 meters high is a large monastery and the best panoramic views of the capital of Colombia. To get to the top, you can walk up a path through forests of subtropical vegetation or use the cable car or funicular that leads to the top of the hill. Whichever option you choose, the views during the journey are impressive in both cases and once up you can stroll along the beautiful tracks that go through the monastery and its surroundings. You will love it!
The Guatavita Lake is a mountainous depression in the eastern mountain range of Colombia in the form of an almost perfect circle of about 700 meters in diameter, surrounded by forests. As if the beautiful landscape and the curious shape of the lagoon were not attractive enough, the stories and legends behind this place also attract many visitors. It is said that the Laguna Guatavita was a sacred place for the Musicas people, where they performed a curious ritual in which they threw gold, jewels and precious stones into the lake in honor of their leaders. Either because of the beauty of the landscape or because of the legends that surround the place ...
The Guatavita Lake is worth visiting!
Hidden inside the salt mines of Zipaquirá, is the impressive Salt Cathedral, considered one of the greatest artistic and architectural achievements in Colombia. In the same cathedral you will see a rich collection of statues and sculptures made of salt and marble, with a religious sense that attract visitors from many places. You cannot miss a visit to this magical place whose importance lies in both its religious and artistic value.
If you want to enjoy a day of shopping in the city, during your visit to Bogotá you can visit any of its shopping centers. The Andino, El Retiro and Atlantis Plaza shopping centers are located in central places of the city and in them you will find shops selling different items, as well as restaurants and cafes where you can recharge your batteries, recreation and leisure venues, and businesses of all kinds. Who doesn't want a day of shopping in the capital?
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