Beautiful, imposing Spanish-colonial architecture, manifested in 16th century cathedrals, convents and picturesque towns are plentiful in the department of Boyacá. Religious tourism is a major attraction of Boyacá with pilgrims making regular visits to the various colonial towns where large, cobbled plazas, historic accommodations and the warm disposition of the locals leads to the pleasant feeling of spiritual well-being.
For the more adventurous visitor, Boyacá possesses a wealth of natural attractions such as lakes, rivers, thermal hot-springs and páramos to be explored. Snow-capped peaks adorn the length of the Eastern Mountain Range of the Colombia Andes where Boyacá is situated and the Cocuy National Natural Park is the perfect place in which to enjoy high-mountain eco-systems and adventurous pursuits.

The vestiges of the ancient Muisca and Chibcha tribes which inhabited Boyacá prior to the Spanish colonisation in the 1500s can still be admired in all their glory in various guises including; cave-paintings, burial sites and carved stone-figures.
Boyacá’s relaxed atmosphere makes you believe again in the contentment of times gone by.
 

The culture of Boyacá is based deeply in a historic and religious past which is reflected in its many mansions, monasteries and churches which were built between the 15th and the 18th centuries and remain as a breathtaking example of the architectural achievements of the time.
The people of Boyacá are very traditional and proud of their history which also includes the Bridge of Boyacá where the battle for the Independence of Colombia was fought and won against the Spanish crown.