Bogotá
Bogotá was founded on the 6th of August 1538 by Spanish conqueror Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada. With a rich history and deep traditions, Bogotá has been referred to as the Athens of South America. The city is the microcosm of Colombia and hosts an impressive number of international companies.
Climate
There are no seasons in Bogotá; its climate is fall-like all year round, with temperatures between 10 °C – (50º F) to 18º C – (64º F). The city only has a rainy and a dry season.
How to Get There
As Colombia’s capital is centrally located and serves as a key entry point to South America, many flights include a stop at El Dorado Airport. Several international airlines operate flights to the city, including Iberia, Avianca, Air France, Air Canada, Lufthansa, British Airways, and American Airlines. If you’re already in South America, taking a bus from neighboring countries like Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Bolivia, Venezuela, and Peru is another way to reach Colombia’s capital.
Electricity
AC power sockets in Colombia are the same as in North America, for plugs with two flat parallel blades. Voltage is 110.
Visas
Find out with your travel agent whether you will need a visa to enter Colombia. Visit the attached website for more information: www.cancilleria.gov.co.
Communications
It is easy to access domestic and international phone lines and the Internet. Most hotels offer wireless access.
Transportation
You can use the apps Uber or Cabify, it is advisable to have the service ordered by your phone or by your hotel, rather than to flag cabs down in the street.
Tourism
- To appreciate the origins and history of the capital of Colombia, you must start in La Candelaria, Bogota’s historical center. La Candelaria offers a place to relax and stroll peacefully amid the hustle and bustle of our cosmopolitan city.
- The Gold Museum, the most important of its kind in the world, containing more than 33,000 gold objects. The artifacts on display reflect the genius and artistry of the pre-Colombian societies that created them many centuries ago, before the arrival of the Spaniards.
- The Monserrate Sanctuary is located on one of the hills that surround the city. It has spectacular views and may be reached by cable car or funicular.
- Visit important museums, such as the National Museum of Colombia, the Museum of Modern Art of Bogotá (MAMBO) and the Maloka Interactive Center.