Plaza de Bolivar de Bogota

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8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“Surrounded by stately structures, this square marks the spot where Bogotá was declared the seat of New Granada's colonial government.”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The usual place to start discovering Bogotá is Plaza de Bolívar, the heart of the original town." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"In Bogotá like everywhere else, graffiti and graffiti art was a crime." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Bolivar Square is the heart of the historical area in Bogota. The square is surrounded by the Palace of Justice, the National Capitol, the Lievano Building, and the the Primary Cathedral of Bogota." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Simply laid out, it has at its centre a bronze statue of Bolívar, which serves as an assembly point for protesters from across the country...four sides of the square are lined with imposing buildings." Full review