San Antonio del Tequendama

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San Antonio del Tequendama, Municipality in Cundinamarca Department, Colombia.

San Antonio del Tequendama spans 82 square kilometers at an elevation of 1,540 meters, situated along the Serranía de Subía in the Tena Valley.

The municipality was established on February 10, 1857, by Críspulo Corredor on the former site of Cubsió, a gathering place for Muisca communities.

The name Tequendama originates from Muysccubun, the language of the Muisca people, with archaeological findings dating back 1,865 years in this region.

The municipality connects to neighboring towns through regular bus services, making it accessible from major urban centers in the Cundinamarca Department.

Chicaque Natural Park within the municipality provides extensive hiking trails and opportunities to observe local wildlife in their natural environment.

GPS coordinates: 4.61611,-74.35222

Latest update: March 11, 2025 21:03

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