natural wonder
El Penol de Guatape
A massive 220-meter granite monolith rising from a lake-studded landscape, with 740 stairs to the summit offering panoramic views.
2 km · about 5 min drive
South AmericaColombiaAntioquia
Guatapé
Antioquia, Colombia · South America
About Guatapé
Guatapé is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Granada, 2km from El Penol de Guatape.
Guatapé is in Antioquia, Colombia, with about 5,400 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Granada, about 10 km away.
Guatapé is a town and municipality in the Department of Antioquia, Colombia. It is a part of the subregion of Eastern Antioquia and is located 79 kilometres (49 mi) from Medellín, the capital of the department. Guatapé is bordered on the north by Alejandría, San Rafael to the east, and Granada and El Peñol to theRead more
south. This town is the gathering place for Las Vegas, referring to the small farms of the area.
It lies at an altitude of 1,890 meters (6,200 ft) above sea level.
The town is a major tourist attraction, especially for travelers from Medellín. El Peñón de Guatapé, a large rock that visitors can climb, and the famous zócalos (murals) that adorn several buildings attract many tourists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Guatapé?
Within an hour or so of Guatapé: El Penol de Guatape (2 km), Comuna 13, Medellín (50 km).
Where is Guatapé?
Guatapé is in Antioquia, Colombia, about 10 km from Granada.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 5,389
- Continent
- South America
- Country
- Colombia
- Region
- Antioquia
- Timezone
- America/Bogota
- Coordinates
- 6.2343, -75.1633
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Worth the detour from Guatapé
2 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
Comuna 13, Medellín
Once the most dangerous neighborhood in Medellín, now a vibrant open-air gallery of street art, outdoor escalators, and hip-hop culture.
50 km · about 55 min drive
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Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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