Sun Temple, Archaeological site in Sogamoso, Colombia
The Sun Temple features a circular structure made of wood and clay with a reed roof, built according to precise architectural principles.
Spanish conquistador Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada's soldiers burned the original temple in 1537 during their search for treasures of El Dorado.
The temple served as the central place of worship for the Muisca people, who conducted ceremonies honoring their sun god Sué.
The reconstructed temple stands within the Archeology Museum of Sogamoso, managed by the Pedagogical and Technological University of Colombia.
Small openings in the temple structure align with sunlight during the December 22 solstice, illuminating the central pillar inside.
Location: Sogamoso
GPS coordinates: 5.70960,-72.92419
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:14
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