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San Agustín
Like silent sentinels guarding the green mountains of southern Colombia, the pre-Columbian statues of San Agustín have long beckoned travelers to wander off the beaten track. The journey can be difficult, but the reward for these sojourners is days of walking through the countryside, exploring the numerous archaeological sites that bestow the name "Archaeological Capital of Colombia" to San Agustín.
Aside from the archaeological park, designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the landscape also holds many beauties for the soul's eye: the nascent Río Magdalena, canyons, waterfalls and caves. The road from Popayán skirts the south boundary of Parque Nacional Natural Puracé; it is paved as far as Coconuco, after which it is poor to El Cruce, 27 kilometers (16 miles) from Pitalito. The road from Bogotá, by way of Neiva, Garzón and Pitalito, is completely paved.
Life is laid-back in the village of San Agustín, so much so that many foreigners have decided to stay here to live. Be prepared to spend a bit of time here—learning about this enigmatic culture that a millennium ago carved these monoliths (every one has a theory), hiking and just relaxing. Be careful, though, not to slip into the vortex where time and space just seems to, well, disappear.
Neighborhoods in San Agustín: Near San Agustín,
Other places nearby San Agustín: Popayán, Pasto, Ipiales, Parque Nacional Puracé and Tierradentro.
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Top Tour Companies
World Heritage Travel Office / Viajes Patrimonio Mundial
World Heritage Travel Office is San Agustín’s oldest tour operator, partly owned and operated by the town’s former tourism officer. It is a good alternative for receiving information about the ...San Agustín, Colombia
Magdalena Rafting
Magdalena Rafting is very highly recommended by travelers seeking the adventure of hitting the rapids of the Upper Río Magdalena. With over 20 years experience on different rivers around the world, ...San Agustín, Colombia
San Agustin Tour Masizo
Juan Arbey, a SENA-certified guide, operates San Agustin Tour Masizo. He offers a one-day package that takes in a wide-range of experiences in exploring the San Agustín region: in the morning, ...San Agustín, Colombia
Chaska Tours
Chaska Tours organizes adventure tours in San Agustin and all Colombia. Located near the town in the "Finca ecologica El Maco". ...San Agustín, Colombia
Bilingual Tourist Guide
Miriam Montes gives you tourist information and accompaniment to the touristic places in San Agustin and the rest of the country. e-mail miriguitu@hotmail.com cell phone number (57) 313 243 ...San Agustín, Colombia
Dining Out in San Agustín
Hotel Colonial Asadero y Restaurante
The candle’s light gleams off the glass covering the red-clothed table. The bowl of hearty soup has already arrived, and soon the main plate will be here. The Asadero y Restaurante of the Hotel ...San Agustín, Colombia
Pizza Mania
Just a half-block from the main square, under the soft, hot-pink light, is one of San Agustín’s few forays into international cuisine: Pizza Mania, a small, three-table affair. Grab a slice of ...San Agustín, Colombia
Restaurante Brahama
As you’re heading out one early morning to the Parque Arqueológico, stop by Restaurante Brahama for pancakes, with chocolate or your choice of fruit. On the backswing, its home-cooked vegetarian ...San Agustín, Colombia
Restaurante La Terraza
Upstairs, above the Banco Agrario, a large orange and white space greets you, made even brighter by the great windows around two sides. Many folks, both local and foreign, are chowing down on ...San Agustín, Colombia
Restaurante-Bar La Casona de San Agustín
One of San Agustín’s finest restaurants has class from the furnishing to the menu. Cuisine covers the gamut of poultry to red meats to local fishes, all prepared fresh and served with the house ...San Agustín, Colombia
Restaurante-Cafetería Hotel Los Ídolos
In the front covered courtyard of the Hotel Los Ídolos is another cheap San Agustín eatery. The friendly women here serve up down-home Colombian meals. The full-helping comida corriente is a ...San Agustín, Colombia
San Agustín's Best Sleeps
Hospedaje Cambi
Just a half-block from Parque Bolívar, Magola Pérez welcomes San Agustín visitors to these inexpensive, simple, clean rooms in an old colonial building. Nearly all the rooms have TV and private ...San Agustín, Colombia
Hotel Los Ídolos
Hotel Los Ídolos is definitely the cheapest place to stay in San Agustín if you have a traveling partner. Be warned, however, that the rooms are claustophically small and stuffy, with only a small ...San Agustín, Colombia
Hotel Colonial
On the main street of San Agustín, right where the collective taxis and pick-ups arrive, is Hotel Colonial. Set in another classic, aged building, this inn tenders ample, tidy rooms with private or ...San Agustín, Colombia
Hotel Central
This other colonial-era-building-cum-hotel is tranquil, despite being on San Agustín’s main street. With a family atmosphere, Hotel Central is the preferred choice of some travelers, thanks to its ...San Agustín, Colombia
Hotel Yalconia
Hotel Yalconia is San Agustín’s oldest luxury-class hotel. Of modern architecture, this two-story building provides all of the comforts one would want while enjoying the wonders of this region.
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Hostal Alto de los Andaquies
Midways between the village and the archaeological park is Hostal Alto de los Andaquies. This family farm has been turned into a comfortable hotel surrounded by gardens with spectacular views over ...San Agustín, Colombia
La Casa de François
Friendly owner and Frenchman, François, makes a stay on his Gaudi-inspired estate one well worth remembering. In fact, many guests of La Casa come for a few days and end up there for weeks, basking
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Finca El Cielo
Finca El Cielo is a beautiful bed & breakfast inn located in the countryside, near San Agustín\'s archaeological sites. The rooms are constructed of bamboo and have large beds and modern ...San Agustín, Colombia
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