Nemocón, Administrative division in Cundinamarca, Colombia
The municipality of Nemocón sits at an elevation of 2,585 meters in the northern region of the Bogotá savanna, extending across fertile lands.
The name Nemocón comes from the Chibcha language, meaning 'The cry of the warrior,' and archaeological findings date human settlements back to 7640 BP.
Local residents maintain traditional festivals throughout the year, including the Festival del Floricultor and Festival de Danzas, celebrating regional customs and expressions.
The town center contains various accommodation options, restaurants, and weekly markets every Sunday where visitors can purchase local products and crafts.
The subterranean salt mines feature intricate architectural formations and tunnels, representing centuries of mineral extraction techniques and geological processes.
Location: Cundinamarca Department
Inception: July 26, 1600
Elevation above the sea: 2,600 m
Website: http://nemocon-cundinamarca.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 5.06667,-73.87806
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:12
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