Los Mártires

Los Mártires is an administrative district in central Bogotá with mixed residential and commercial areas distributed across several neighborhoods. The zone contains parks, educational facilities, and retail establishments that serve the local population and passing traffic.

The district was named after independence fighters who died during Colombia's struggle against Spanish rule in the 19th century. A monument from 1850 in a local park commemorates this connection to the nation's independence movement.

The neighborhood's name honors independence fighters, and their memory remains visible in how the community uses public spaces for gathering and remembrance. Local shops and markets shape the daily rhythm, reflecting how residents engage with the area's commercial and social identity.

The area connects easily to Bogotá's public transportation through TransMilenio stations along main avenues. Walking is practical for exploring the neighborhoods, and central crossings make reaching other parts of the city straightforward.

A monument in a local park marks the location where independence figures like Policarpa Salavarrieta were executed during the independence struggle. Few visitors realize this somber history when walking through the neighborhood, yet it shapes the meaning of the space today.

Location: Bogotá

Elevation above the sea: 2,600 m

Reference: 14

Website: http://martires.gov.co

GPS coordinates: 4.60444,-74.09000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:29