Choachí

Choachí is a mountain municipality in Cundinamarca situated at roughly 1,900 meters elevation spread across hilly terrain. The settlement lies east of Bogotá and is surrounded by green slopes and valleys marked by farming and livestock raising.

The settlement was founded in 1560 by Spanish colonizer Antonio Bermúdez, building upon an existing Muisca community. The location had already served as a religious center for the indigenous people before Spanish arrival.

The name comes from the Chibcha language of the Muisca people and refers to moon worship that runs deep in this place. Visitors can sense this spiritual connection in how the local community relates to the land and its past.

The town sits roughly 40 kilometers east of Bogotá and is reachable by car or bus from the capital. The best time to visit is during drier months since mountain roads can become slippery when wet.

Hidden in the mountains of this region is La Chorrera, a waterfall that plunges about 590 meters down the slopes. This spectacular cascade is among the highest in the country and draws visitors seeking to witness the raw power of nature.

Location: Cundinamarca Department

Inception: 1560

Elevation above the sea: 1,924 m

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

GPS coordinates: 4.52880,-73.92319

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:47