Villa Clemita Guidebook
To eat in the best places
Incredible restaurants in a semi-open place:
Tomatino, TIN MARIN, SOJA, La Pinta, Amore mio.
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Centro Comercial casa Juan de Castellanos
Incredible restaurants in a semi-open place:
Tomatino, TIN MARIN, SOJA, La Pinta, Amore mio.
A beautiful little place. For breakfast everything fresh and well prepared. The coffee and panela water are delicious. Everything is served well and with high quality. The menu is extensive.
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Café Los Gallos
A beautiful little place. For breakfast everything fresh and well prepared. The coffee and panela water are delicious. Everything is served well and with high quality. The menu is extensive.
To try French-European cuisine in Villa de Leyva.
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Chez Remy® restaurante francés
6-67 Calle 10To try French-European cuisine in Villa de Leyva.
In a living room of an 18th century house, in the historic center of Villa de Leyva (one block above the main square). Concept under two clear premises: promoting the consumption of local ingredients –in direct relationship with peasant producers– and cooking with firewood, through an oven buried in the earth.
They have a wide menu of obvious rustic cuisine. The recipes are not simple, on the contrary they are long elaboration and with a recognizable sense of creativity.
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Mercado Municipal
8 - 00 Cl. 12In a living room of an 18th century house, in the historic center of Villa de Leyva (one block above the main square). Concept under two clear premises: promoting the consumption of local ingredients –in direct relationship with peasant producers– and cooking with firewood, through an oven buried in the earth.
They have a wide menu of obvious rustic cuisine. The recipes are not simple, on the contrary they are long elaboration and with a recognizable sense of creativity.
Food is delicious. Adequate price-quality balance. And the location is very beautiful. It is creative and at the same time traditional. Very good restaurant.
The service is impeccable and the ingredients are fresh and prepared instantly. The bread is delicious!
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Entrepanes
Villa de Leyva - AltamiraFood is delicious. Adequate price-quality balance. And the location is very beautiful. It is creative and at the same time traditional. Very good restaurant.
The service is impeccable and the ingredients are fresh and prepared instantly. The bread is delicious!
Amore Mío
9 - 17 Cl. 15Outdoor space where the attention is special and the food is delicious.
Zarina Restaurante
7-67 Cl. 14Delicious Arab food the best in Villa de Leyva. It is attended by its owners.
Restaurante El Camaleon
8a31 Cl. 12International dishes with a local touch.
Preparation of artisanal paellas over a wood fire and rested Spanish sangrias. We use fresh ingredients and original processes. We work on request in Villa de Leyva and its surroundings (Sáchica, Sutamarchán, Arcabuco, Gachantiva...) Home deliveries
Paella de Leyva
Villa de Leyva - AltamiraPreparation of artisanal paellas over a wood fire and rested Spanish sangrias. We use fresh ingredients and original processes. We work on request in Villa de Leyva and its surroundings (Sáchica, Sutamarchán, Arcabuco, Gachantiva...) Home deliveries
Nature
In Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, the visitor can find the Sacred Lagoon of Iguaque that, according to Muisca mythology, is the cradle of humanity. Bachué, the mother of the Muisca people, emerged from this lagoon and for this reason, it is believed that a pilgrimage here cleanses the soul and purifies the spirit. There are a total of 7 lagoons of glacier origin in the Sanctuary. With altitudes between 2,400 and 3,800 MASL, the territory and its area of influence in the southern extreme contain one of the main areas of oak in the country. The Sanctuary is of vital importance as provider of ecosystem services such as source of water for human consumption for the populations of Villa de Leyva, Arcabuco and Chíquiza.
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Lake Iguaque
In Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, the visitor can find the Sacred Lagoon of Iguaque that, according to Muisca mythology, is the cradle of humanity. Bachué, the mother of the Muisca people, emerged from this lagoon and for this reason, it is believed that a pilgrimage here cleanses the soul and purifies the spirit. There are a total of 7 lagoons of glacier origin in the Sanctuary. With altitudes between 2,400 and 3,800 MASL, the territory and its area of influence in the southern extreme contain one of the main areas of oak in the country. The Sanctuary is of vital importance as provider of ecosystem services such as source of water for human consumption for the populations of Villa de Leyva, Arcabuco and Chíquiza.
To live the adrenaline of Aventura Park, no prior knowledge is required since the Guide will give you an induction at the beginning and will give you instructions on how to carry out the activity, the basic safety measures and the handling of the equipment, the guide will be there looking out for you during the tour.
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Aventura Park Villa De Leyva
Vía GachantiváTo live the adrenaline of Aventura Park, no prior knowledge is required since the Guide will give you an induction at the beginning and will give you instructions on how to carry out the activity, the basic safety measures and the handling of the equipment, the guide will be there looking out for you during the tour.
In the Sabana path, 8.5 km from Villa de Leyva, is Parque Mayoral with meadows, valleys and mountains with beautiful vegetation and the confluence of the Cane River and the La Cebada and La Colorada streams, natural forests, lakes and trails.
Certified quality safety equipment for both accessories and items for personal use (helmet, harness, gloves, pulley, carabiner) such as the cable, its anchors and the departure and arrival platforms.
Parque el Mayoral-Villa de Leyva
Parque el Mayoral-Villa de LeyvaIn the Sabana path, 8.5 km from Villa de Leyva, is Parque Mayoral with meadows, valleys and mountains with beautiful vegetation and the confluence of the Cane River and the La Cebada and La Colorada streams, natural forests, lakes and trails.
Certified quality safety equipment for both accessories and items for personal use (helmet, harness, gloves, pulley, carabiner) such as the cable, its anchors and the departure and arrival platforms.
If you come to Villa de Leyva and are looking for a moment of relaxation and well-being, we certainly recommend you visit the La Portada hot springs, a peaceful place with colonial architecture where bathers can enjoy not only 1, but 3 thermal pools with varying temperatures according to each taste.
The hot springs are surrounded by semi-desert mountains with a wide range of natural colors that make them unique and special, where you can contemplate the iridescent blue skies of Villa de Leyva that usually adorn the infinite space. It will be a magical experience if you are attentive to the signs of nature where birds live
The place is located 5 km before reaching Villa de Leyva (when you come from Bogotá or Tunja) just after a place known as the Y de Sáchica, you will know that you arrived because on your left you will see a large and bright Front that proudly carries the name of the place.
Termales La Portada de la Villa
If you come to Villa de Leyva and are looking for a moment of relaxation and well-being, we certainly recommend you visit the La Portada hot springs, a peaceful place with colonial architecture where bathers can enjoy not only 1, but 3 thermal pools with varying temperatures according to each taste.
The hot springs are surrounded by semi-desert mountains with a wide range of natural colors that make them unique and special, where you can contemplate the iridescent blue skies of Villa de Leyva that usually adorn the infinite space. It will be a magical experience if you are attentive to the signs of nature where birds live
The place is located 5 km before reaching Villa de Leyva (when you come from Bogotá or Tunja) just after a place known as the Y de Sáchica, you will know that you arrived because on your left you will see a large and bright Front that proudly carries the name of the place.
The valley where the first sons of Bachue settled was called the Valley of Saquencipa. Valley where rituals were developed and temples and astronomical observatories were established, whose vestiges were found by the Spanish in the conquest, being the object of destruction and demonization to achieve their conversion to the new religion.
A few years ago, the archaeologist Silva Celis, from the Pedagogical and Technological University of Tunja, began excavations that would reveal an entire complex of archaeological remains that today are exhibited to visitors.
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Observatoire des indiens muiscas
The valley where the first sons of Bachue settled was called the Valley of Saquencipa. Valley where rituals were developed and temples and astronomical observatories were established, whose vestiges were found by the Spanish in the conquest, being the object of destruction and demonization to achieve their conversion to the new religion.
A few years ago, the archaeologist Silva Celis, from the Pedagogical and Technological University of Tunja, began excavations that would reveal an entire complex of archaeological remains that today are exhibited to visitors.
The best desserts
The best millefeuille in Villa de Leyva is truly out of the ordinary. Very good service and attention.
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La Galleta
11 47 Cra. 9The best millefeuille in Villa de Leyva is truly out of the ordinary. Very good service and attention.
Alma Café y Ocio
15a - 05 Cra. 9Valelí Café
Unbeatable desserts and attention. In a place outside the village.
A few drinks in incredible places
BBC Bodega Villa de Leyva
11-75 Cra. 9One of the best craft beers in Colombia.
LOS VINOS
11-47 Carrera 9Wines from all over the world, in a local environment
Cervecería HISCA
# 9-35 Cl. 14Autochthonous beer from Villa de Leyva
Beautiful towns of Alto Ricaurte
Due to the high paleontological, environmental, archaeological, cultural, architectural and intangible value of Alto Ricaurte and Iguaque, located in the Cundiboyacense highlands of the eastern Colombian mountain range; The decision was made to prepare the nomination file for the application for its inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage list, in the category of mixed heritage (natural and cultural).
Gachantivá exists since prehistoric times. In the Colony, Christian evangelization was directed by doctrinal priests, who had under their direction several commissions such as that of Gachantivá, evangelized by religious from Santo Domingo.
They chose the appropriate sites to make their chapels with rudimentary architectural designs, as evidenced by the ruins of the church of Gachantivá Vieja. The town of Gachantivá was formed around the chapel, a municipality created in 1715, very close to Villa de Leyva, at the time of Spanish rule, in which the aborigines were displaced and dispossessed of their lands and wealth.
Gachantivá
Gachantivá exists since prehistoric times. In the Colony, Christian evangelization was directed by doctrinal priests, who had under their direction several commissions such as that of Gachantivá, evangelized by religious from Santo Domingo.
They chose the appropriate sites to make their chapels with rudimentary architectural designs, as evidenced by the ruins of the church of Gachantivá Vieja. The town of Gachantivá was formed around the chapel, a municipality created in 1715, very close to Villa de Leyva, at the time of Spanish rule, in which the aborigines were displaced and dispossessed of their lands and wealth.
Its origin is prior to the conquest, ruled by a tributary chief of the Zaque de Hunza. During the 16th century it was commissioned and the doctrine of the Augustinians and Dominicans was established. At the end of the seventeenth century it was a shelter. Etymologically, Sáchica means Fortress or mansion of the Sovereign Chibcha. Once rich in water sources, today it is an area that makes us reflect on the importance of taking care of water sources.
Sáchica
Its origin is prior to the conquest, ruled by a tributary chief of the Zaque de Hunza. During the 16th century it was commissioned and the doctrine of the Augustinians and Dominicans was established. At the end of the seventeenth century it was a shelter. Etymologically, Sáchica means Fortress or mansion of the Sovereign Chibcha. Once rich in water sources, today it is an area that makes us reflect on the importance of taking care of water sources.
Ráquira is one of the most touristic municipalities in Boyacá, and its central square is the point where you will find the San Antonio de La Pared Parish and numerous restaurants and shops where you will surely find details for your family and the memory of your visit.
Something that we usually advise is that, if the crowds bother you, avoid visiting Ráquira on a weekend, since the issue of parking and being able to walk around the town is complicated.
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Ráquira
Ráquira is one of the most touristic municipalities in Boyacá, and its central square is the point where you will find the San Antonio de La Pared Parish and numerous restaurants and shops where you will surely find details for your family and the memory of your visit.
Something that we usually advise is that, if the crowds bother you, avoid visiting Ráquira on a weekend, since the issue of parking and being able to walk around the town is complicated.
Places of interest
Are you going to spend a few days in Villa de Leyva and you don't really know what to visit? Don't worry, there are many tourist attractions to visit. The city has an incredible historical, cultural and natural heritage.
Declared a national monument, the urban area of Villa de Leyva is a charming and surprising space thanks to its colonial architecture. Walking its streets is transporting yourself back to the time of its founding. The immense Plaza Mayor stands out, a space surrounded by old colonial buildings that will take you to immerse yourself in the local culture of one of the most beautiful cities in the country.
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Villa de Leyva
Are you going to spend a few days in Villa de Leyva and you don't really know what to visit? Don't worry, there are many tourist attractions to visit. The city has an incredible historical, cultural and natural heritage.
Declared a national monument, the urban area of Villa de Leyva is a charming and surprising space thanks to its colonial architecture. Walking its streets is transporting yourself back to the time of its founding. The immense Plaza Mayor stands out, a space surrounded by old colonial buildings that will take you to immerse yourself in the local culture of one of the most beautiful cities in the country.
Consejos sobre la ciudad
No te lo pierdas
The farmers market on Saturday is a cultural sample
"The farmers market on Saturday is a cultural sample of the region's customs and products, if you want to know more about Boyacá culture, we invite you to get to know it"
Qué meter en la valija
Always bring comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
The climate in Villa de Leyva is warm and temperate. The rainfall in Villa de Leyva is significant, with rainfall even during the driest month. This climate is considered temperate oceanic (mild summer). The average annual temperature in Villa de Leyva is 16° C