🌎  Colombia 🇨🇴

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📍  Monserrate Sanctuary

✈️  El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

🚗  14.6 KM

⏱️  26 minutes

The Monserrate Sanctuary, perched atop Monserrate mountain in Bogotá, Colombia, offers stunning panoramic views of the city. Visitors can reach the summit via a cable car, funicular, or by hiking a steep trail. Accessibility can be challenging for those with mobility issues, especially on the hiking trail. While solo visits are common and easily managed, guided tours can enrich the experience with historical and cultural insights. The sanctuary is open year-round, but weather conditions can affect visibility and the operation of the cable car and funicular, particularly during the rainy seasons (April-May and October-November). The cost involves transportation fees (cable car or funicular) and potential small entry fees; expect to spend approximately $10-$30 USD depending on your choices. A typical visit lasts 2-4 hours, allowing time to explore the church, enjoy the views, and perhaps dine at one of the restaurants.