Villa de Leyva

If during your stay in Colombia you want to see the most beautiful examples of colonial architecture , then you must visit Villa de Leyva . It is located in the central part of the country, northwest of Bogota. It is often referred to as the "white city ". In fact, the urban space is dominated by white, low buildings, between which there are cobbled, atmospheric streets.

Villa de Leyva, Colombia - © Brate

Villa de Leyva is home to the largest square in Colombia - Plaza Mayor (14,000 m²). Interestingly, you can associate it with the fifth episode of season of a famous culinary show broadcast by one of the most popular TV stations. During it, the participants, under the supervision of the jury, were cooking in the Villa de Leyva center. The city is also worth visiting for the sake of interesting museums and the opportunity to taste excellent local dishes.

For whom?

If you care about unhurried sightseeing and learning about the local culture , then Villa de Leyva will be a good choice. It is true that the city is very touristic, but on the other hand, the presence of other foreign visitors should not bother you there. Also go to Villa de Leyva if you like sightseeing and really appreciate the colonial architecture.