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San Agustin Archaeological Park

San Agustin, Colombia
5.0 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
Description: A mountainous prehistoric site contains many imposing megalithic monuments and tombs with impressive sculptures.
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Bogota, Colombia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

San Agustin Archaeological Park is a definite must-visit on any trip to Colombia. The surrounding area is beautiful and full of fascinating, ancient history, some of the oldest in South America. And it has some of the world's best coffee. And possibly South America's best hostel in La Casa de Francois! The park itself is reasonably priced ($10000, but if... More

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Phoenix AZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Very well kept, good pathways, and a wonderful museum at the entrance. More

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albufeira
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

When in Colombia, a vist to San Agustin Archaeological Park is a must ! I stayed 4 nights in San Agustin - very nice and quiet village! The visit to the archaeological park is only possible by foot (around 5 hours walk) or by riding a horse ! So, although I am not an expert in horse-riding, I ventured with... More

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Antioch, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 23, 2010
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Inka Pilgrimage with my daughter Susie: Further away from Bogota, we ventured to the ancient site of San Agustin, where the civilization of San Agustin left fantastic statues and sculptures of their culture. To get to some of the sculptures, Susie and I rode on horses with a group of Irish ladies. Susie and I survived the thrilling and fast... More

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Kuwait City, Kuwait
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2009
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We drove to San Agustin from Neiva. A beautiful drive through several picturesque towns. A stop in Pitalito at the "Vargas Muñoz" shop is a must for beautiful ceramic crafts. The park is very intersting but be prepared to walk! There is no handicap access. It is helpful to have a guide to explain the various statues. Ask at the... More

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Morfelden-Walldorf, Germany
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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Bogota, Colombia
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012
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Brescia, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012
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Madrid
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Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012
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