Cachipay, Cundinamarca

Cachipay is a municipality in Tequendama Province, Cundinamarca, situated at roughly 1,600 meters (5,250 feet) above sea level. The territory covers around 56 square kilometers (22 square miles) and sits approximately 58 kilometers (36 miles) west of Bogotá.

The area was originally inhabited by the Panche people before Spanish conquistadors arrived in the region. A major confrontation occurred in 1538 near Tocarema, where Spanish and Muisca forces engaged indigenous defenders.

The municipality is organized around rural settlements known as veredas, where residents practice traditional farming and maintain strong ties to agricultural life. These communities form the backbone of daily life and shape how people experience the region.

The municipality is best explored by driving through rural roads that connect the different settlements and farming areas. Visitors should expect hilly terrain and prepare for cooler mountain weather typical of this altitude.

Archaeological digs in the Tocarema district uncovered pottery from around 750 BCE, revealing a remarkably long human presence in the area. These findings demonstrate that people have lived and worked on this land for over 2,700 years.

Location: Cundinamarca Department

Inception: November 26, 1982

Elevation above the sea: 1,600 m

Website: http://cachipay-cundinamarca.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 4.73136,-74.43650

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:10