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Lake Guatavita
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Lake Guatavita
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This lake at over 3,000 metres above sea level had a sacred role in pre-Columbian times, giving rise to the legend of El Dorado. A small ecotourism industry has developed here.
Overview of Lake Guatavita
This lake at over 3,000 metres above sea level had a sacred role in pre-Columbian times, giving rise to the legend of El Dorado. A small ecotourism industry has developed here.
Key facts
- Type of place: lake.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Features:
- Area: 0.198 km².
- Altitude: 2,990 m.
Lake environment
Wildlife and flora
Climate
Precautions
What to see and do
Practical information
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- Website: http://www.colparques.net/LGUATAVITA
Getting there
Sleeping and eating
What to see nearby
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