Bogota, Colombia- The Athens of South America

Bogota is the capital  of Colombia with  9 million inhabitants. In terms of land area, Bogotá is the largest city in Colombia, and one of the biggest in Latin America. It figures among the 25 largest cities of the world and is the third-highest capital city in South America at 8,660 ft above sea level, after Quito and La Paz. With its many universities and libraries, Bogotá has been called "The Athens of South America." 

    Bolivar Square

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