Central Savanna Province

Central Savanna Province is an administrative region in Cundinamarca that includes eleven municipalities, with Chía and Zipaquirá as major urban centers in the north. The area sits on highland terrain with a mix of farmland, towns, and mining zones.

This area was home to the Muisca people before Spanish colonization arrived in the region. The municipalities developed over the late 1500s and 1600s, initially centered on mining and farming activities.

Salt mining in Zipaquirá has shaped how people here think about their work and community for centuries. This tradition still influences the look of towns and how people spend their daily lives.

The province connects to Bogotá through main highways and bus services, making travel between the two straightforward. The high altitude means cool temperatures and weather can change quickly, so bring layers and rain gear.

Multiple rivers flow through this province, including the Bogotá River and Rio Frío, which provide water to the entire area. These waterways were key to why people chose to settle here and how towns grew over time.

Location: Cundinamarca Department

Capital city: Zipaquirá

GPS coordinates: 4.94722,-74.04167

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46