Historic church of Cúcuta, Cúcuta

Name: Historic church of Cúcuta
Address: Cúcuta, Colombia

#5 among attractions in Cúcuta

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The Historic church of Cúcuta or Historic Temple of Cucuta is a historic site where the first constitution of Colombia was written and signed. It is located in the city of Villa del Rosario in the metropolitan area of Cúcuta, and very close to the Venezuelan border. The site was almost entirely destroyed by the earthquake of 1875, and later partially rebuilt. It is part of the National Monuments of Colombia since 1935. ()

Local name: Templo Histórico de Cúcuta Coordinates: 7°49'46"N, 72°27'45"W

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Historic church of Cúcuta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of Cúcuta, Santander Park, Las Tienditas Bridge, Park of the Greater Colombia.

4.8 miNW
Church
Cathedral of Cúcuta, Cúcuta
123 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cúcuta, Colombia, stands the majestic Cathedral of Cúcuta, an architectural gem and a beacon of faith for the local community. This church, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Joseph, is not only a place of worship but also a...
4.9 miNW
Park, Football
Santander Park, Cúcuta
124 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cúcuta, Colombia, Santander Park serves as a verdant oasis amidst the bustling city life. This serene park, named after the liberator Francisco de Paula Santander, is a testament to the city's commitment to preserving natural spaces...
3.3 miN
Bridge
Las Tienditas Bridge, Cúcuta
85 min walk • Tienditas International Bridge is a vehicular and pedestrian bridge connecting Tachira, Venezuela with Norte de Santander, Colombia.
~140 ftNW
Park
Park of the Greater Colombia, Cúcuta
1 min walk • The El Parque de la Gran Colombia is an historical and tourist complex located in the locality of Villa del Rosario. It is in the 6th km of International Highway to Venezuela.
0.5 miNE
Museum
Casa Natal del General Santander, Cúcuta
12 min walk • The Casa Natal del General Santander is the birthplace of the Colombian General Francisco de Paula Santander, and is where he lived until the age of 13.
~1550 ftN
7°50'1"N • 72°27'45"W
Casa natal Gral Santander, Cúcuta
8 min walk • History museum, Museum
5.1 miN
Universities and schools
Francisco de Paula Santander University, Cúcuta
130 min walk • The Francisco de Paula Santander University is a public, coeducational, research university based primarily in the city of Cúcuta, Colombia, with regional campuses in Ocaña, Colombia, Chinacota and Tibú.
5.8 miNW
7°54'4"N • 72°30'25"W
iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Sevilla, Cúcuta
148 min walk • Church
5.2 miNW
Sport venue, Football, Sport
Estadio General Santander, Cúcuta
134 min walk • General Santander Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Cúcuta, Colombia. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium has a capacity of 42,901 people. It is named in honour of Francisco de Paula Santander.
4.4 miNW
7°52'51"N • 72°30'6"W
Diario la Opinion, Cúcuta
114 min walk • Memorial

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Which popular attractions are close to Historic church of Cúcuta?

Nearby attractions include Park of the Greater Colombia, Cúcuta (1 min walk), Casa natal Gral Santander, Cúcuta (8 min walk), Casa Natal del General Santander, Cúcuta (12 min walk).