Tenjo

#170 among destinations in Colombia

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Tenjo is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Central Savanna Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. The urban centre is located at an altitude of 2,587 metres on the Bogotá savanna. Tenjo is part of the Metropolitan Area of Bogotá and borders Chía, Madrid, Tabio, Funza, Subachoque and Cota. ()

Alternative names: Founded: 1603 (421 years ago)Population: 3.9 thous.Area: 41.7 mi²Coordinates: 4°52'18"N, 74°8'3"W

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Tenjo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Moon Temple, Termales, Cota, Subachoque.

3.2 miE
Temple
Moon Temple, Chía
83 min walk • The Moon Temple of Chía was a temple constructed by the Muisca as a place of worship for their Moon goddess Chía. The temple was built in Chía, Cundinamarca, Colombia, then part of the Muisca Confederation.
4.1 miNE
4°55'26"N • 74°6'18"W
Termales, Tabio
106 min walk • Hot springs
4.8 miSE
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Cota
123 min walk • One of the main attractions in Cota is the Cerro de las Tres Viejas, a mountain that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can hike to the top of the mountain and take in the stunning vistas, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll...
4.7 miNW
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Subachoque
121 min walk • One of the main attractions in Subachoque is the stunning Laguna de Guatavita, a beautiful and serene lake that is steeped in legend and folklore. According to local tales, the lake is said to have been the site of the legendary El Dorado, the mythical city of gold.

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Tenjo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Moon Temple, Chía

Termales, Tabio

Cota

Subachoque