Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of The Assumption stands out from the other churches of Popayán in terms of architectural style. It was originally constructed in adobe, but was destroyed in 1566. It now has a neoclassical facade, and the interior is decorated in French style with a 131-foot-high dome.
What do our visitors say?
The imagination and creativity in the design of this house defies belief. Amongst the most amazing I have seen in half a century of travelling. The 10'000 COP entrance fee is trivial for the eye-feast you get.
"If you want to spend sometime in a very nice sunny place of the city , this most be the spot. On Sundays there is always live music and some kind of show . There's also a long sidewalk , you can walk while enjoying the brise, the sun and the spectacular view to the Magdalena river. It is usually crowded, but the locals are happy, funny and very friendy.
If you go to Bquilla pass by El Malecon..., a really nice experience!"
This was a wonderful tour to go on. We really ended up learning how much effort and practice goes into a cup of coffee. There was a translator so we were able to fully understand everything, and the people who led the tour were so kind. Definitely worth going to see!
You can go up with the cable car and see by yourself how large Bogota is. I recommend you to do this.
Lots of different animals. Loved the zebras. Lots of educational things for kids. Loved the aquarium and all reptiles.
More activities in Popayán
Each of the country's regions offers a different rhythm so you can do what you like most. With adventure tourism, numerous cultural activities and excellent gastronomy, we have everything to make your trip an unforgettable experience.
Holy Week
Holy Week in Popayán has been the country's largest religious celebration since 1566.
