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Tunja

City · Boyaca Department, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Population 180,572
Area 120 km²
Time zone America/Bogota
Official website www.tunja-boyaca.gov.co
Tunja

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Tunja Essentials

Tunja serves as a living museum of Colombia’s colonial and independence history. The city’s historic center preserves 16th-century architecture, including the oldest cathedral in the country and unique mansions like the Casa del Fundador. Notable for its Renaissance-style murals and Mudéjar influences, the area showcases the religious and administrative heritage of the Spanish era. Nearby, the Puente de Boyacá marks the definitive battlefield where Colombia secured its independence in 1819, housing monuments and an eternal flame dedicated to the liberating army.

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Monuments and Landmarks

This collection centers on the historic Puente de Boyacá and the city of Tunja, marking pivotal sites of the Colombian independence struggle. It includes the grand monuments at the 1819 battlefield, such as the Von Miller sculpture and the Triumphal Arch, alongside indigenous Muisca heritage represented by the Vohio archaeological site. These landmarks preserve the memory of the decisive Battle of Boyacá and the region's pre-Columbian cultural origins.

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Parks and Squares

Tunja’s public spaces reflect its history as one of Colombia's oldest cities. This collection ranges from the central Plaza de Bolívar, surrounded by 16th-century colonial architecture, to the Bosque de la República, which houses independence-era monuments like the Paredón de los Mártires. These squares and parks serve as the city's primary cultural landmarks, featuring religious heritage sites, academic cloisters, and modern recreational facilities.

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Universities and Colleges

Tunja serves as a significant academic center in the Colombian highlands. This selection includes the Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia (UPTC), the region's largest public research institution founded in 1953, and the Universidad de Boyacá, known for its modern facilities. The list also features specialized centers like the SENA vocational school and the historic Seminario Conciliar Mayor, showcasing a blend of contemporary campus design and traditional architecture across the city.

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Tunja — Map

Tunja — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Good
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 5°–19°
  • 8° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in February

Good
  • 18° (feels like 16°) · extremes 5°–20°
  • 8° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in March

Fair
  • 17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 7°–20°
  • 9° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 7°–19°
  • 9° at night
  • 23 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 7°–18°
  • 9° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 6°–17°
  • 8° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 6°–17°
  • 7° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 6°–17°
  • 7° at night
  • 22 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in September

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 6°–18°
  • 7° at night
  • 21 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 16° (feels like 15°) · extremes 6°–18°
  • 8° at night
  • 23 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in November

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 15°) · extremes 7°–18°
  • 9° at night
  • 22 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in December

Good
  • 16° (feels like 15°) · extremes 6°–18°
  • 8° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Colombian Peso COP $ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
123
Electricity
Type A / Type B
110 V · 60 Hz
Languages
Spanish
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+57
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Tours & Activities

The Bridge of Boyacá
Drive
Catedral Basílica Metropolitana Santiago de Tunja
Walk
Casa del Fundador Gonzalo Suárez Rendón

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