{"id":116,"date":"2011-03-15T15:39:32","date_gmt":"2011-03-15T20:39:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/?p=116"},"modified":"2016-02-19T19:18:34","modified_gmt":"2016-02-20T00:18:34","slug":"top-5-must-visits-in-bogota-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/2011\/03\/top-5-must-visits-in-bogota-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Must-Visits in Bogot\u00e1"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/travel-guide\/destinations\/bogota\/\">Bogot\u00e1<\/a> is one of South America\u2019s biggest cities and one of its most bustling and thriving capitals. Many people come to the city merely because it\u2019s the easiest place to fly into, but what they find is a fascinating place; a city full of life, culture and history that lures people with a slow-burning, intoxicating charm.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve collected a list of our top 5 must visits on a visit to Bogot\u00e1. Be aware, however, these sites are merely the tip of the iceberg in this fascinating city, and there\u2019s much more to explore should you give Bogot\u00e1 the chance to charm you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. La Candelaria neighborhood<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/5479656288_404bbe1377_m1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-120 aligncenter\" title=\"5479656288_404bbe1377_m\" src=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/5479656288_404bbe1377_m1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"180\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>La Candelaria is the place to be in Bogot\u00e1. Full of bohemian locals and curious tourists, it\u2019s a great place to just wander round and lose yourself in the streets. There\u2019s a wealth of cafes on offer should you need a quick pick-me-up, and some of Bogot\u00e1\u2019s most impressive architecture and interesting museums (including the Botero Museum) are located here. It\u2019s a charming, cobblestone neighborhood with colorful, colonial buildings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Plaza Bolivar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/317683766_7ebb8e6ba0_m.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-121 aligncenter\" title=\"317683766_7ebb8e6ba0_m\" src=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/317683766_7ebb8e6ba0_m.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"240\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Situated in the heart of the historical centre of Bogot\u00e1, Plaza Bolivar is not to be missed. In its centre stands its eponymous hero, Simon Bolivar, watching over the tourists and local vendors that invariably inhabit the square. The square also houses the Palace of Justice, National Capitol, the Li\u00e9vano Building and the stunning Primate Cathedral of Bogota. It\u2019s a captivating and beautiful main plaza.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Cerro de Monserrate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4258558080_c19b62a35a_m.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-122 aligncenter\" title=\"4258558080_c19b62a35a_m\" src=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/4258558080_c19b62a35a_m.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"159\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>High upon the Andes Mountains, watching over the city of Bogot\u00e1, is <a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/tour\/discover-bogota-and-el-dorados-secret\/\">Cerro de Monserrate<\/a>. Standing at an impressive 3160 meters, the church is a popular pilgrimage point that gives tourists a fantastic view of Colombia\u2019s sprawling capital city. You can reach the church using a funicular railway that is easily accessible from the city\u2019s centre.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Zipaquira<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/5432920798_13c4854a74_m.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-123 aligncenter\" title=\"5432920798_13c4854a74_m\" src=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/5432920798_13c4854a74_m.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"180\" \/><\/a>Not strictly in Bogot\u00e1, Zipaquira is still a must-visit for its stunning Salt Cathedral. You can organize visits to this architectural wonder through <a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\">See Colombia Travel\u2019s <\/a>Bogot\u00e1 tours and still have time to explore more of Bogot\u00e1 itself, or some of the nearby attractions, such as Raquira. The Salt Cathedral is an underground Roman Catholic church that attracts thousands of visitors every week.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Museo del Oro<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/3841864606_31bbab3abb_m.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-124 aligncenter\" title=\"3841864606_31bbab3abb_m\" src=\"http:\/\/seecolombia.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/3841864606_31bbab3abb_m.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"160\" height=\"240\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Of all Bogot\u00e1\u2019s many museums, perhaps the most popular and most rewarding is the recently renovated Museo del Oro. Housing over 6,500 gold and ceramic pieces, it\u2019s a dramatic walk through Colombia\u2019s rich and fascinating history with gold production. You will find Museo del Oro in the city\u2019s central district. If you only see one museum in Bogot\u00e1, it should be this one.<\/p>\n<p>Ryan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bogot\u00e1 is one of South America\u2019s biggest cities and one of its most bustling and thriving capitals. 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