Paipa, Thermal spa town in Boyacá, Colombia
Located in the Cordillera Oriental at 2,525 meters elevation, Paipa features thermal springs, Lake Sochagota, and the Pantano de Vargas monument.
The Battle of Pantano de Vargas in 1819 marked a decisive moment in Colombia's independence when troops defeated Spanish forces.
The National Band Contest and Festival of Ruana y Pañolon celebrate local music traditions and traditional garments of the Boyacá region.
Visitors can reach Paipa by direct buses from major Colombian cities or by connecting through Tunja, with regular departures throughout the day.
The TermoPaipa power plant generates electricity while thermal pools offer mineral-rich waters at temperatures between 35 and 40 degrees Celsius.
Location: Tundama Province
Location: Boyacá Department
Inception: February 19, 1602
Elevation above the sea: 2,525 m
Website: http://paipa-boyaca.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 5.78000,-73.11750
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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