DISCOVER THE SECRET BEHIND PLAZA IGNACIO VILLAVECES LÓPEZ IN ZIPAQUIRÁ - AN UNFORGETTABLE STAY AT THE CACIQUE REAL HOTEL

 

 

Explore Zipaquirá from the heart of its history and culture by staying at the Hotel Cacique Real, strategically located just one block from the historic Villaveces Park. This iconic hotel not only offers you comfort and a warm welcome, but also the gateway to an unforgettable journey through the city's rich heritage. Just before entering the famous Parque de la Sal, you will come across Plaza Ignacio Villaveces López. This place is not just a public space; It is a meeting point of local history and art, home of the Zipaquirá Archaeological Museum and the well-known graffiti in honor of the Zipaquirá cyclist Egan Bernal.


Named in 1994 in honor of the engineer Ignacio Villaveces, administrator of the salt mines between 1942 and 1945, the plaza is more than just a place of passage. It is the perfect prelude to start your adventure towards the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, known as the First Wonder of Colombia. Whether you prefer to drive or enjoy a scenic walk, the route from the square is clearly signposted and is an experience in itself.


But your trip doesn't have to be limited to this one place. From Plaza Ignacio Villaveces López, you can easily walk to other emblematic sites such as Plaza de los Comuneros and Parque de la Independencia de Zipaquirá. Take the opportunity to explore the varied gastronomic offer in the nearby restaurants or visit the La Casona de Zipaquirá shopping center for a unique shopping experience.


During your visit, depending on the day and time, you will come across colorful street craft stalls and natural juices, ideal for replenishing your energy after a day exploring the city or enjoying outdoor activities in the Salt Park.


The Hotel Cacique Real is not just a place to rest; is your base for an immersive cultural and historical adventure in Zipaquirá. Book your stay today and get ready to discover the secrets and wonders that this city has to offer you.

ZIPAQUIRÁ: IDEAL DESTINATION FOR CHRISTMAS – WE TELL YOU THE BEST CHRISTMAS PLANS IN THE SALINE CAPITAL OF COLOMBIA

 


Here we tell you 3 plans that you can do in December if you are thinking of visiting the Salt Capital of Colombia this Christmas:

1. Visit the Christmas lights

From the First Wonder of Colombia to the oldest neighborhoods of Zipaquirá, such as Los Comuneros, they await you with their Christmas lighting that will leave you fascinated and are the perfect setting to take photographs to remember your Christmas visit.

This year you can enjoy the Salt Park and Salt Cathedral with a unique glow thanks to more than a million LED lights, which in addition to being friendly to the planet, will give you a unique experience.



2. Try the typical food of this season

The traditional restaurants of Zipaquirá offer their most recognized dishes with touches of Christmas, you cannot leave without trying the delicious chicken, ajiaco, and of course the custard and the best buñuelos in our city. If you attend a novena you will surely be able to try these delicious delicacies.



3. Celebrate the Christmas bonus novenas

You have two options; Go to the La Casona Shopping Center and enjoy their Aguinaldos novenas or go to the Plaza de la Independencia which will also have this celebration that brings together Zipaquireños and visitors to pray, sing and eat around the Christmas manger.


Enjoy your stay with us, we are the #1 hotel in Zipaquirá, we have different plans so that you feel comfortable and safe in the City of Salt.

MUST-SEE PLACES IN ZIPAQUIRÁ

These are the 5 places you must visit if you come to the City of Salt:

1. Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira

Live a unique experience in The First Wonder of Colombia. You will go down 180 meters to discover an underground world of salt and innovation, the main tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes and you can go in the company of your furry friend.

 

 

2. Community Square – Main Park

A few blocks from our hotel you will find the Plaza de los Comuneros, it receives its name from Plaza de los Comuneros for its history around the signing of the Capitulations. The Plaza is also home to the Diocesan Cathedral and the Municipal Palace. There you will be able to capture beautiful photos of Zipaquirá and enjoy the landscape that mixes the current era with the colonial one.

 

3. Martyrs Square

Here you can find the obelisk that bears the names of the six Zipaquirá martyrs, key figures in the history of Zipaquirá and the region. In addition, the statue of homage to the homeland. Very close you will find the municipal Transport Terminal.

 

4. Independence Park

This Palza commemorates the Bicentennial of the Independence of Colombia, it is very close to our hotel and you can enjoy the variety of cuisine and drinks offered by the commercial establishments located around the plaza, perfect for watching the sunset alone or with others. Also, you can go up to the viewpoint of La Concepción that is above the square to enjoy a panoramic view of Zipaquirá.

 

5. Guillermo Zornoza House Museum

This house-museum, which maintains its colonial style, preserves the experiences and belongings of the Quevedo Zornoza Family, one of the most cultured and influential in Zipaquirá a few years ago. It also keeps objects of the art of letters, poetry, music and painting that stood out in the family. You can take the guided tour to travel to another era.

EXPLORING THE MAGIC OF ZIPAQUIRÁ: REST AND CHARM AT THE CACIQUE REAL HOTEL

 

If you visit Zipaquirá, located on the outskirts of Bogotá, famous for its impressive Salt Cathedral, the First Wonder of Colombia, which dazzles with its underground architecture and its salt rock monuments, without a doubt, an experience that must be lived at least once in the life.

And after exploring the depths of the Salt Cathedral, what could be better than finding refuge and rest in a place that encapsulates the essence of history and comfort? The Hotel Cacique Real, located in the heart of the colonial areas of Zipaquirá, presents itself as the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful and charming retreat.

 

Colonial and comfortable room of the Hotel Cacique Real

 

Its atmosphere is surrounded by the colonial and cultural touch that characterizes Zipaquirá, the attention is first class and without a doubt the spaces are adequate to transport you to another era but without losing WIFI and contemporary comfort.

Room decorated for a romantic plan, find out more details here


If we still haven't finished convincing you, let us tell you that it is located in the Historic Center of Zipaquirá, it is a quiet and safe place, cultural and historical epicenter, and whose central location will allow you to move comfortably to its places of interest: Squares, parks , museums, monuments, churches, colonial buildings, commercial and craft shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and supermarkets.

Colonial Suite, ideal if you travel as a couple or alone, this room is the right one to be the planning center for your conquest of experiences in the Salt City.

 


We want to give you more reasons to choose the Hotel Cacique Real: They give you breakfast, you can choose among their many plans for special occasions, and as if that were not enough, they have an event room for you to celebrate that special date in a unique, safe and exclusive environment. from the city.

 

How about reading a good book accompanied by a delicious Zipaquireño coffee in this internal patio in the best colonial style? At the Hotel Cacique Real, without a doubt, you will travel to other times.

So now you know, the best accommodation in Zipaquirá is the Hotel Cacique Real, a magical place that brings together the best of two eras in the city.

 

Enjoy the corners of inspiration that the Hotel Cacique Real offers you.

10 FUN FACTS ABOUT ZIPAQUIRÁ



This year Zipaquirá turns 423 years old and we want to celebrate this date by telling you 10 curious facts that you probably did not know about the Salt City of Colombia:

  1. Zipaquirá had the so-called Banco de Cipaquirá (with C, since the current spelling rules were established in the 20th century) it circulated bills of 5, 10 and 50 pesos in the 1880s. It worked in the historic house where it is located today the Bishop's Palace and was an example of the commercial and industrial power of Zipaquirá, in fact, it was considered the financial company with the largest market in the department of Cundinamarca.

  2. Gabo studied in Zipaquirá, that's right, the Colombian Nobel Prize winner for Literature completed his high school studies at the Zipaquirá National Men's High School for 4 years, a key period for García Márquez's literary and journalistic incidence in the history of Colombia. His first story and his first speech were written and read in Zipaquireño lands.

  3. The Zipaquirá flag is made up of three horizontal stripes of the same size, the upper green stripe represents the wealth of the municipality; the white middle stripe symbolizes the royal city; and finally, the red stripe represents the fight for independence and the heroes of the city who gave their lives.

  4. The Zipaquirá shield has a castle with three towers at the top and the shield is divided into three sections; in the upper half there is a book that symbolizes the communal capitulations; in the lower part on the right there is a city and on the left the Diocesan Cathedral of Zipaquirá. Under the shield the phrase: EVERYTHING FOR THE COUNTRY

  5. Zipaquirá has given several world and national champions in different disciplines to Colombia, many will remember Egan Bernal (cycling) but there are other names such as: Stephanie Benito (futsal), Diego Arias (mountain biking), Zipa Forero (cyclist), Diana Rojas (futsal), Libia Ortega (cyclist), Stella Castro (athlete), Héctor “El Zipa” González (Soccer), Yosiana Quintero (cyclist), among many others to come.

  6. The Red Candy is the traditional sweet of the city, it is of Spanish origin -the Spanish ladies taught it to the mestizas of the time-, it is said that it has been prepared in Zipaquirá since the 19th century and it is so famous that even the renowned singer-songwriter Jorge Velosa composed a song for him.

  7. The Siete Cueros is the flagship tree of Zipaquirá. Its name is due to the fact that it has several layers that surround the trunk, it can measure up to 12m in height and its flowers are purple and pink.

  8. Two presidents of Colombia have emerged from Zipaquirá; First, we have Santiago Pérez Manosalva, economist, professor, humanist, philosopher, lawyer, poet, journalist, and former president of Colombia from 1874 to 1876. Known for working for the education of the country, so much so that he was called the president of education. And second; He is the current president of Colombia (2022-2026) Gustavo Petro Urrego, the first left-wing president the country has had, his flags have been La Paz Total and Colombia World Power of Life.

  9. "La Torta Bicentenaria" was the largest cake in Latin America and was prepared by the city's pastry chefs' union to celebrate the 410 years of Zipaquirá and the Bicentennial of Independence, with more than 2,000 eggs, 600 liters of milk cream, 200 of vegetable oil, 500 kilos of flour, 120 of powdered sugar, 10 gallons of icing, 300 pounds of peaches and 400 pounds of strawberries Zipaquirá broke a continental record.

  10. In Zipaquirá you will find the best colonial-style hotel in the region, with excellent attention and service, comfortable rooms and promotional packages for special dates, learn more by clicking here.