Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor
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Medellin, Colombia27 contributions
Feb 2020
I was in 2016. I stayed with my family in Bogota but we decided, visit this wonderful place. I was only there once but, is a place that i would like to visit again. This is a beautiful and quiet town located, about three hours from Bogota.
In Villa de Leyva you will find hotels, good gastronomy, craft shops and the largest square in Colombia. This place doesn´t have many activities to do it´s a beautiful and quiet place where you can enjoy a day with your family, coupleor friends and learn more about the local culture
In Villa de Leyva you will find hotels, good gastronomy, craft shops and the largest square in Colombia. This place doesn´t have many activities to do it´s a beautiful and quiet place where you can enjoy a day with your family, coupleor friends and learn more about the local culture
Written February 12, 2020
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WorldTvlerParker_CO
Parker, CO852 contributions
Feb 2020
Still not sure that this plaza is bigger than the one in Tunja, but they say it is....definitely older, and the cobbled areas a bit treacherous for walking across. Lots of activity here depending on the time of day...and some of the. Festivals take place here as well!
Written February 9, 2020
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Alicia B
Colombia53 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
I consider you can tell from the architecture the story is behind around are many places to eat, have a beer, to hut crafts or just to chill out. The green here you can find it around because the place is surrounded by mountains. Is amazing to know this was an ocean a long time ago!
Written January 16, 2020
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Lia H
Bogota, Colombia1,094 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
Yesterday there was a religious ceremony going on at the town square, and so it was beautifully decorated, full off devoted locals and foreigners alike, there was music and even fireworks. Everything pretty much revolves around this plaza. You dont want to miss it.
Written October 20, 2019
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Snowmaninsummer
Stratford, CT121 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
It was a holiday. It was too crowded. There were some public works with machinery around. Also, there was a movie production. So, I could enjoy the view at its best. However, I could see this landmark reflecting the colonization architecture.
Written August 11, 2019
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pilipecas
Miami, FL37 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
The Plaza Mayor is in the center of the peaceful town. Here you can experience the magic of the nature, views, stores with hand made artifacts and delicious food.
Written October 22, 2018
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elenaus1
136 contributions
Jun 2017 • Friends
Villa de Leyva, founded in 1572, is my favorite place in Colombia. Plaza Mayor is about 14.000 square meters, and it has about 20,000 stones on its ground. It's considered the biggest Plaza in Colombia, and it was even the location for a famous film based on a Gabriel García Marquez book: Crónica de una Muerte Anunciada (Cronicle of a Death Foretold).
In August, thousands of people gather here for the kite festival, and then on December 7th, for the lights festival.
This is a place to sit down, have a drink or some ice cream, and just chill as you see people walk by, sit and chat, and even perform short music shows. For some reason, everybody wants to be here, just 'be'.
You'll see families here, lots of dogs walking around freely, and you can even see weddings at the main cathedral. If you are lucky, you can witness the splendid arrival of a beautiful bride in a horse-drawn carriage.. very romantic.
Plaza Mayor is the heart of Villa de Leyva! <3
In August, thousands of people gather here for the kite festival, and then on December 7th, for the lights festival.
This is a place to sit down, have a drink or some ice cream, and just chill as you see people walk by, sit and chat, and even perform short music shows. For some reason, everybody wants to be here, just 'be'.
You'll see families here, lots of dogs walking around freely, and you can even see weddings at the main cathedral. If you are lucky, you can witness the splendid arrival of a beautiful bride in a horse-drawn carriage.. very romantic.
Plaza Mayor is the heart of Villa de Leyva! <3
Written July 2, 2017
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Mary_dLc
Minneapolis, MN12 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
It was really interesting to see a square that did not have a fancy object in the center- such as trees, a waterfall, etc. The whole square is open. It would be interesting to see the square full of people- I have seen pictures but we visited mid-week and there were not too many people around. It was fun to watch the kids fly kites during the days. Beware- cobblestones are difficult to walk on. Leave your heels at home!!!
Written August 27, 2016
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TJLombardo2017
Envigado, Colombia48 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
The largest main square across little towns in Colombia, beautifully preserved in an entire colonial style. The view is clean. An ideal place to sit down, talk and view people passing by
Written January 15, 2021
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Angela A
Bogota, Colombia10 contributions
Oct 2019
This place is historically significant, quaint, teaming with local flavor and great shops eateries. What more could you want? From here you can walk to the Chocolate Museum, hear the bells toll in the centuries old Cathedral, see people walking around and pick up local gossip or shop for the perfect ruana after a good cup of coffee.
Written November 21, 2019
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CabanasyFlores
Jerico, Colombia4 contributions
Muy pronto estare alli y quiero conocer mucho.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plaza Mayor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Plaza Mayor:
- Villa de Leyva Day Trip from Bogota (From $231.00)
- Full-Day Tour to Villa de Leyva Town & Surroundings from Bogota (From $255.00)
- Private Tour to Villa de Leyva - Colombian Heritage Town (From $200.00)
- Full-Day Private Tour to Villa de Leyva (From $207.00)
- 5 Hour Villa de Leyva City Tour (From $64.00)
- Hotels near Plaza Mayor:
- (0.00 mi) Hotel Plaza Mayor
- (0.03 mi) Hostal Villa Chie
- (0.04 mi) La Primavera
- (0.05 mi) Hospederia La Roca
- (0.13 mi) Hotel La Posada de San Antonio
- Restaurants near Plaza Mayor:
- (0.02 mi) Boca Café Bar
- (0.02 mi) Restaurante Patacon
- (0.02 mi) Gelato Café Amarena
- (0.02 mi) Pastas Artesanales Mía Nonna
- (0.02 mi) Martina Franca Restaurante Pizzeria
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