Sun Temple, Sogamoso

Name: Sun Temple
Address: Sogamoso, Colombia

#2 among attractions in Sogamoso

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The Sun Temple of Sogamoso was a temple constructed by the Muisca as a place of worship for their Sun god Sué. The temple was built in Sogamoso, Colombia, then part of the Muisca Confederation and called Sugamuxi. It was the most important temple in the religion of the Muisca. The temple was destroyed by fire brought by the Spanish conquistadores led by Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada who was eager to find the legendary El Dorado. A reconstruction has been built in the Archeology Museum of Sogamoso. ()

Local name: Templo del Sol Height: 59 ftCoordinates: 5°42'35"N, 72°55'35"W

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Sogamoso Colombia

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Sun Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Archaeology Museum, Tibasosa, Nobsa, Monguí.

~760 ftE
Specialty museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Archaeology Museum, Sogamoso
4 min walk • The Archaeology Museum of Sogamoso is a museum on the archaeological findings in the area of sacred City of the Sun Sogamoso, Boyacá, Colombia. The museum hosts 4000 pieces of the Muisca and the Herrera Period.
5.9 miNW
Town
Tibasosa
150 min walk • One of the main attractions in Tibasosa is the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario, a stunning church dating back to the 17th century. Its Baroque-style architecture and beautifully preserved interior make it a must-see for history and architecture enthusiasts.
5.6 miNW
Town
Nobsa
144 min walk • In addition to its artisanal heritage, Nobsa is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The town is situated in the Andean highlands, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the numerous hiking...
5.3 miE
Town
Monguí
136 min walk • One of the town's most iconic landmarks is the beautiful Basilica of Our Lady of Monguí, a striking example of Spanish colonial architecture. Visitors can marvel at the intricate details of the church's façade and explore its ornate interior, which is adorned with...
5.6 miSW
Locality
Firavitoba
142 min walk • Firavitoba is a town and municipality in Sugamuxi Province, a subregion of the department of Boyacá in Colombia. Before Spanish colonization, Firavitoba was part of the Muisca Confederation of the Chibcha people in the highlands of the Eastern Cordillera of the Colombian Andes.

Sun Temple, Sogamoso

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Sun Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Archaeology Museum, Sogamoso

Tibasosa

Nobsa

Monguí

Firavitoba