San Agustín, Isnos, Magdalena River headwaters, Huila, Colombia
San Agustín, Isnos, Magdalena River headwaters, Huila, Colombia
San Agustín is a town in the Andes Mountains of western Colombia. It’s known for its proximity to the San Agustín Archaeological Park, home to numerous pre-Columbian remains spread over several sites. The San Agustín Archaeological Park carved volcanic stone figures and tombs litter the Forest of Statues, amid native trees and flowers and is considered the world's largest necropolis. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In addition to the main archaeological park in San Agustín, there are two further independent sites, the Heights of the Idols (Alto de los Ídolos) and the Heights of the Stones (Alto de las Piedras), which are located in the municipality of Isnos, a few kilometers from San Agustín.
Nearby, the Lavapatas Spring’s rock bed is scored with ceremonial water channels and reptilian shapes.
The source of the Magdalena River is located not far south of San Agustin, and the Magdalena Strait – Estrecho del Magdalena – is known as the narrowest point of Colombia’s mightiest river.
Colombia - San Agustin Archaeological Site
San Agustín Archaeological Park is an archaeological site in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The site contains the largest collection of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in Latin America and is considered the world's largest necropolis. The origin of the carvers remains a mystery, as most of the site is unexcavated, and no writings have been discovered yet. Some archeologists estimate a carving date of the 6th century B.C., while others believe that they were erected just prior to the Spanish Conquest. Several of the statues are of animals such as gorillas or African elephants and others wear turbans. The statues vary in height, the tallest being 7.0 meters. They are suspected to be funeral statuary. In other regions of the archaeological site where large burial mounds are located, you will see more intimidating figures such as snakes, frogs, and birds strategically place to stand guard for increased protecting during the afterlife. Statues of deities or carving on the ground, of both solar gods, males, and lunar gods, females. Theses figures and statues provide researchers with a little insight to what this civilization thoughts and perception of life and death are. [Wikipedia]
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Huila, destino turístico inolvidable
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Wonderful and peaceful family trip to Saint Augustin Colombia.
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Colombia, the Magdalena river and the new hope
Colombia is finally facing peaceful times, where progress and an economical growth are playing a major role. The Magdalena river, also known as the Mother of Colombia, has been a major routeway for transport in the past, before the Colombia faced years of political conflicts. Now new investors come to Colombia and the Magdalena river to study the potential of the area.
Dutch presenter and film maker Stef Biemans travels across the back of the Andes and wonders how people are doing in South America. In the last episode of this series he makes a trip on the main waterway of Colombia: the Magdalena river, which rises in the Andes and flows into the Caribbean Sea.
The Magdalena river has become more attractive. Not only tourists are coming but also investors from China that are studying the streams that are flowing into the river. If bigger ships are coming, that means progress and a growing economy. That is positive, but who does in the end profit from the progress?
This is the most hopeful period in Colombia's history: peace has been signed and the country wants to look ahead. The Colombians are looking forward to the construction of new roads and bridges. At the same time, the Magdalena River, also called the mother of the country, still means a lot to the inhabitants. Will progress also bring side effects for the beloved river?
Original title: De moeder van Colombia (6/6) – Over de rug van de Andes
Presented by Stef Biemans
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Akawanka Lodge, San Agustín, Colombia, HD Review
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Akawanka Lodge is surrounded by the natural landscapes of San Agustín. Its convenient location allows guests to enjoy less than 10 minutes' walk to nearby parks and museums.
This property offers free WiFi and features mountain views from the balcony and rooms. The ensuite bathroom also comes with a shower.
Akawanka Lodge features an on-site restaurant and bar. It also provides guests with 24-hour reception and a garden terrace, . An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding and hiking. Guests can buy souvenirs at the property's gift shop.
Alto Lavapatas is 1,950 feet away from the lodge. San Agustín Archaeological Park is 2,450 feet away.
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