Monguí is known as the most beautiful town in Boyacá and Colombia, it is definitely for as long as it is considered this way, because the tranquility enjoyed in the middle of its cobblestone streets and colonial style houses is unmatched.
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How to get to Monguí, Boyacá
Monguí is 97 kilometers from Tunja and only 20 kilometers from Sogamoso, to get to Monguí you must first arrive to Sogamoso, from the main cities of Colombia there are routes to this destination, you will only have to go to the transport terminal of your city and take a bus. When you arrive to Sogamoso you will find buses to Monguí, it will not take more than 45 minutes.
Weather and recommendations in Monguí, Boyacá
The climate in Monguí is cold, the average temperature is 13°C, some days it reaches 16°C and other days 8°C, use warm and comfortable clothes for the tours in the village.
Plans and attractions in Monguí
Monguí is a tourist attraction of Boyacá and of Colombia, the beauty of its landscapes and its constructions match with its inhabitants who have decided to conserve their rural customs, for this reason, they always walk with their Ruanas that shelter them from the low temperatures and give a warm and friendly touch to the town. These families have dedicated all their lives to the manufacture of soccer balls and ruanas, if you visit Monguí, you must buy a ball that, in addition to everything, are of excellent quality and price, because they are cooked and vulcanized by hand. In addition, you will be able to visit the many companies and see for yourself the process of elaboration of the balls.
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The attractions of Monguí are many, you can visit the Basilicade Nuestra Señora de Monguí, a great building located in the main square, is Roman style and keeps within it a museum of religious art that you can visit. This church is considered as cultural patrimony of the country.
In Monguí you will find the famous Calicanto Bridge, so called because this is the material used for its construction, it is a bridge built with molasses, beef blood, sand and lime base, was built in colonial times on the Morro River in order to facilitate the construction of the basilica. It is a very beautiful bridge where you can take many photographs.
We can not fail to mention that Monguí is the entrance to the Ocetá Páramo one of the most spectacular moors in Colombia.
Definitely, to visit Monguí will be an experience of fascination, in which you will be able to enjoy landscapes, the peasant culture of the region and the love and the warmth of the people.
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Restaurants and gastronomy in Monguí
The gastronomy in Monguí is very varied, if you visit this tourist destination you must try the cocido boyacense, the ajiaco, the changua, the mazamorra chiquita and much less the famous rainbow trout. All these delicious and irresistible dishes.
You will find many restaurants with dishes at very good prices. Just take a tour around the square and nearby to taste all the seasoning boyacense.
Lodging and Hotels in Monguí, Boyacá
As Mongui is one of the busiest towns in Boyacá, you can find different hotels and hostels with a variety of prices and conditions according to your budget and preferences. You will also find some places that offer camping service. If you are camping, remember to have warm blankets for the cold night.
