Barichara, Heritage town in Santander Department, Colombia.
The municipality spans across 134 square kilometers of mountainous terrain at an elevation of 1,336 meters above sea level in northeastern Colombia.
Francisco Pradilla y Ayerbe established this settlement on January 25, 1705, marking the beginning of its development as a colonial administrative center.
The municipality maintains collections of traditional handicrafts, colonial architecture, and local artworks that reflect the regional identity of Santander Department.
The municipal government provides administrative services and tourism information through their website at www.barichara-santander.gov.co for visitors and residents.
The architectural elements and color palette of this heritage town influenced the visual design of settings in the 2021 Disney animation production Encanto.
Location: Santander Department
Inception: 1705
Elevation above the sea: 1,336 m
Address: Barichara, Santander, Colombia Barichara Barichara
Website: http://baricharavive.com
GPS coordinates: 6.63611,-73.22361
Latest update: November 28, 2025 11:07
Colombia presents geographic diversity that spans Caribbean coastlines, Andean highlands, Pacific forests, and eastern plains. The country encompasses colonial architecture in towns like Barichara and Mompox, where centuries-old stone buildings and churches reflect Spanish heritage. Natural formations include the Tatacoa Desert with its red sandstone canyons, the seasonal colors of Caño Cristales river, and the coastal dunes at Punta Gallinas marking South America's northernmost point. Coffee-growing regions such as Jardín preserve traditional Antioquian architecture, while islands like Providencia and Gorgona protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems in both Caribbean and Pacific waters. From the arid landscapes of La Guajira Desert inhabited by Wayuu communities to the neo-Gothic architecture of Las Lajas Sanctuary bridging a river canyon, these locations demonstrate the country's contrasts. Visitors can explore mountain trails, observe astronomical phenomena in clear desert skies, discover colonial goldsmithing traditions, and witness humpback whale migrations. Each destination contributes to understanding Colombia's environmental and cultural range, offering experiences that vary from remote wilderness areas to well-preserved historical settlements across different elevations and climates.
Mirador de la Cruz
7.2 km
TEATRO PARROQUIAL
6.7 km
Casa de la cultura
80 m
Work of art, sculpture
5 km
Sculpture, Work of art
5 km
Statue, Work of art
7.2 km
Statue, Work of art
18 m
Mirador de la Piedra
3.8 km
Mirador de la Virgen
4.6 km
Mirador del Valle
5.3 km
Scenic viewpoint
5.2 km
Scenic viewpoint
5.9 km
Cascada
3 km
Scenic viewpoint
2.8 km
Scenic viewpoint
9.8 km
Antenas
6.8 km
Scenic viewpoint
11.2 km
Scenic viewpoint
681 m
Scenic viewpoint
758 m
Scenic viewpoint
272 m
Scenic viewpoint
275 m
Scenic viewpoint
904 m
Salto del mico
959 m
Scenic viewpoint
666 m
Scenic viewpoint
6.6 km
Scenic viewpoint
7.2 km
Scenic viewpoint
486 m
Scenic viewpoint
502 mReviews
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