UNESCO
San Agustin Archaeological Park
San Agustin Archaeological Park
Archaeological site
Country:
Colombia
Region:
Colombia
Value:
World
Visit duration:
1 h
Description:
The largest group of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in South America stands in a wild, spectacular landscape. Gods and mythical animals are skilfully represented in styles ranging from abstract to realist. These works of art display the creativity and imagination of a northern Andean culture that flourished from the 1st to the 8th century.
Categories:
Archaeological site
Archaeological site
Labels:
UNESCO
Topics:
Archeology
Why visit:
Excursion
Fitness level:
Best visit time:
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Access:
Car
Roads:
Gravel
Open:
Always
Info:
Clothing:
Seasonable
Connection:
Ok
Map and directions
Created:
Updated:
ID:
48976