The Legend of El Dorado in the Guatavita Lagoon and Nemocón Salt Mine in Private with Lunch and Pick up

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Full description Escape the bustle of Bogotá and explore the legendary and sacred lagoon of the chieftain of Guatavita, we will pick you up from your hotel or place of preference at 8 am and we will begin our journey towards the town of Guatavita.

Located at 3,100 meters above sea level, in the jurisdiction of the municipality of Sesquilé, the former Chibcha chiefdom, is the Guatavita lagoon, the most famous of the sacred lagoons of this pre-Columbian culture since it was staged in the legendary rite of El Dorado, which had place every time a new chief was enthroned and consisted of the entrance of the new naked chief to the lagoon, mounted on a raft, to submerge himself in its waters.

At the same time, subjects released small gold statuettes called tunjos. For this reason, the lagoon has been the subject of numerous dives in different historical periods, all in order to rescue the supposed treasures hidden under its waters. The monumental northern gap presented by the crater that contains it corresponds precisely to an attempt to drain it.The park has a great attraction for national and foreign visitors which is contemplative tourism, where the charm of the Legend of El Dorado is enclosed, which, through history, told the rituals that the indigenous people performed to their gods bathing in gold and diving into the lagoon to offer their most valuable treasures.

This legend, which is part of our ancient cultural beliefs and roots, can be lived through a walk along the path that leads to the lagoon, at the top of the mountain and at whose maximum height is a majestic view of impeccable green of the nature of the region. In the first part of the tour we find a Chunzua or ceremonial house that represents the sacred place for the indigenous people, which they used as a sacred place for ceremonies and rituals. A wonderful replica that transports the visitor to the time when our ancestors lived.

Once we had arrived at the lagoon and during a two-hour tour, an English or Spanish-speaking native park guide joins the group to explain the culture of the Muisca Indians, the legend of El Dorado and the biological importance of the area for approximately 75 minutes, including a 30-minute walk along a path to the rim of the crater to see the Guatavita lagoon. walking through the reserve listening to the history of the legend of "El Dorado" and the culture of the Muisca Indians.

After leaving the lagoon, you will get to know the town of Guatavita to explore the architecture and the environment, including the city's bullring and enjoy its beautiful architecture of old and cobbled streets, beautiful houses with white walls and clay roofs are the tribute to the Guatavita Vieja, a town that lies in silence under the Tominé Reservoir. and particular shape of their single color houses. This tour in a private transport and with the ease of stopping where you want, take photos, and see the landscape of the Tominé Dam.

Then we go to the Nemocón Salt Mine and you will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch and then start the tour inside the Nemocón Salt Mine. During this journey you will have the opportunity to observe different places such as the north highway in the city of Bogotá, you will go through the Marroquín Castle and the town of Chía.

Descend into an underground wonderland where salt is produced 196 feet (60 m) below the earth's surface. A private guide will accompany you to the Nemocón Salt Mines during a half-day educational tour to discover the history of the mines and their impressive brine mirrors.

After arriving in Nemocón, we will make our way into the mines with a private guide who will be eager to share the history of the extraction process. Inside the mine, glimpses of stalactites and stalagmites from another world are complemented by colorful atmospheric lighting. Be amazed as you head to a region where brine deposits have created a natural network of reflective mirrors.

A place that captivates for its authenticity is the Nemocón Salt Mine, which is reached in thirty minutes from Zipaquirá. There, 80 m underground, travelers travel 1,600 m of tunnels through which between 1816 and 1968 approximately eight million tons of salt were extracted. The 28 brine mirrors, in which the salt rocks were dissolved, produce an impressive optical effect.

In the chamber of the Chapel there is a huge 1,300 kilogram stone sphere that symbolizes the world. Another attraction of great importance is the 1,600 kilogram salt crystal, carved in the shape of a heart in the 60's by the miner Miguel Sánchez. Stalactites and stalagmites are seen along the way and there is even an ecological trail, an auditorium and a geology room.

You will know the curiosities about the Nemocón salt mines and you will discover that the salt extraction industry dates back to 400 BC in this region of the world. You will see the filming location for the movie “Los 33”, which details the collapse in 2010 of a copper and gold mine in Chile, starring Antonio Banderas, and you will enjoy later we will return to Bogotá.
Additional information Confirmation will be received at the time of bookingPick-up service from the accommodation if it is centralPlease, at the time of booking, inform the details of the hotel in order to coordinate the pick-upThe duration of the transfers is approximate, will depend on the time of day and traffic conditionsComfortable shoes and clothing are recommended Passport required Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable and not stroller accessible Not recommended for people with back problems, heart conditions and pregnant Inclusions Hotel pick-up and drop-offLogistics supportGuide in the lagoon and inside the mineEntrance feesLunchHydrationTravel assistance insurance Exclusions Food and drinksOther services not specified Cancellation policy Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service.
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided. Meeting point Bogotá city center hotel (or closest point)

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