Almeidas Province

Almeidas Province spreads across different landscapes in Cundinamarca, with Chocontá as its capital city on the Pan-American Highway. The region combines highlands with fertile farmland shaped by this varied terrain.

Spanish conquistadors reached Chocontá in 1537 and named the settlement during a Pentecost celebration. This early foundation shaped the religious and cultural identity of the province.

The name Chocontá comes from the Chibcha language of the Muisca people and means 'Farmlands of the good ally'. Agriculture shapes how people live and work in this region today.

The Pan-American Highway provides direct access to the region and connects Chocontá with larger cities in Cundinamarca. Visitors exploring the province should prepare for changing weather in the highlands.

The Sisga Reservoir within Chocontá's jurisdiction serves as a major water source for the region. The surrounding area is also known as one of the country's leading strawberry-growing zones.

Location: Cundinamarca Department

Capital city: Chocontá

GPS coordinates: 5.14667,-73.68250

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:52