Geographical limits and population, a mountain chain -part of the Andes- forms the eastern limit of the plateau. The mountains, usually known as Cerros Orientales, are the background against which the city’s silhouette is shaped. The Monserrate and Guadalupe hills, both crowned by a church, are two important reference points in the city, The sanctuary […]

Bogota, capital of Colombia, is situated at the geographical center of the country, 2 600 meters (over 8,500 ft.) above sea level, on the eastern border of the Sabana de Bogotá, the highest plateau in the Colombian Andes. The Bogota River crosses the plain from north to south reaching the spectacular Tequendama Falls. Several tributaries […]

There are three sections: “Geography” locates Bogota on the map, describes its climate and defines its area of influences. “History” tells the story of the city from its earliest days; and “Architectural” explains how the city has developed and describes some of its buildings. About the city of Bogotá, capital of Colombia Geography of Bogotá […]