Gachancipá

#344 among destinations in Colombia

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Gachancipá is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Central Savanna Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. The urban centre is located on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense at 42 kilometres from the capital Bogotá. The municipality borders Guatavita and Tocancipá in the south, Sesquilé and Guatavita in the east, Nemocón in the west and Suesca in the north. ()

Alternative names: Population: 3.1 thous. (2020)Area: 16.99 mi²Coordinates: 4°59'32"N, 73°52'17"W

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CundinamarcaColombia

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

Nearby attractions include: Tominé Reservoir, Eastern Hills, El Abra, Nemocón.

3 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Tominé Reservoir
77 min walk • The Tominé Reservoir is a reservoir in northern Cundinamarca, Colombia about 60 kilometres north of Bogotá. It is 18 kilometres long and 4 kilometres wide, and when completely filled reaches a maximum depth of 38 metres.
5.8 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Eastern Hills
147 min walk • The Eastern Hills are a chain of hills forming the eastern natural boundary of the Colombian capital Bogotá. They are part of the Altiplano Cundiboyacense, the high plateau of the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes.
5.8 miW
Archaeological site
El Abra
147 min walk • El Abra is the name given to an extensive archeological site, located in the valley of the same name. El Abra is situated in the east of the municipality Zipaquirá extending to the westernmost part of Tocancipá in the department of Cundinamarca, Colombia.
5.1 miN
Locality
Nemocón
132 min walk • In addition to the salt mine, Nemocón is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including the beautiful Lake Guatavita. This picturesque lake is steeped in legend and is said to be the site of the famous El Dorado legend.
3.6 miSW
Locality
Tocancipá
92 min walk • For those seeking adventure, Tocancipá offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The surrounding countryside is ideal for exploring, with its scenic trails and breathtaking vistas.