Soacha, Industrial municipality in Cundinamarca, Colombia
Soacha spans across 187 square kilometers at an elevation of 2565 meters, featuring eight distinct communes and two administrative subdivisions within the Bogotá metropolitan area.
Founded in 1600 by Luis Enríquez, Soacha originated as a Muisca settlement where the name derived from Súa and chá, meaning Man of the Sun in Chibcha language.
The central neighborhood Soacha Parque maintains traditional Colombian food production, particularly the preparation of almojabanas, buñuelos, and house-made arequipe desserts.
The municipality connects to Bogotá through multiple transportation routes, serving as a residential area for people working in the capital while offering more affordable housing options.
Ciudad Verde development project introduced extensive housing complexes with integrated parks and recreational spaces, transforming the urban landscape of Soacha since 2010.
Location: Soacha Province
Location: Cundinamarca Department
Location: Bogotá metropolitan area
Inception: December 31, 1600
Founders: Luis Enríquez
Elevation above the sea: 2,565 m
Shares border with: Bogotá, Sibaté, Mosquera
Address: Soacha, Cundinamarca, Colombia
Website: http://soacha-cundinamarca.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 4.57806,-74.21444
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:56
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