Ráquira: Colombia's Pottery Paradise
Discover Ráquira, Colombia: A vibrant town renowned as the 'City of Pots,' offering a rich cultural experience and exquisite handcrafted ceramics.
Ráquira, known as the 'City of Pots,' is a vibrant town in Boyacá, Colombia, celebrated for its rich history, colorful streets, and exquisite handmade ceramics. Founded in 1580, Ráquira has preserved its ancestral traditions, offering visitors an immersive cultural experience in the heart of the Andes.
A brief summary to Ráquira
- Ráquira, Boyaca, CO
Local tips
- Visit on a Sunday to experience the bustling local market, a vibrant social and commercial event.
- Explore the artisan workshops to witness the creation of traditional ceramics and perhaps participate in a pottery-making session.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the cobblestone streets and exploring the surrounding area.
- Try local Boyacense dishes like arepas and cocido boyacense at the eateries around the Main Plaza.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Villa de Leyva, take a direct bus to Ráquira. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and costs around 8,000 COP. Buses depart regularly from the Villa de Leyva bus terminal.
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Walking
Once in Ráquira, the town is easily walkable. The main attractions, including the Plaza and the Church of San Antonio, are located within a few blocks of each other. Walking allows you to fully appreciate the colorful buildings and artisan shops.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Paramo Iguaque
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Puente de Boyacá
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Altiplano cundiboyacense
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Monumento Muisca y Piedra de Simón Bolívar
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Los Hongos
29.3 km
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Monumento a la Raza Indígena
29.4 km
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Plaza Antigua Tunja
29.6 km
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Bosque De La República
29.7 km
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Obelisco A Los Mártires
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Secretaría De Cultura Y Turismo
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Glorieta del Gobernador
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Boyaca in the World
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Boyacá, Colombia
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Ventanas de Tisquizoque
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Cueva el Chocó - Gámbita, Santander
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Unmissable attractions to see
Gondava - The Great Valley of the Dinosaur
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FIBAS DESERT GARDEN
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Paleontological Research Center
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Fossil
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Pozos Azules
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Parque arqueologico Zaquencipa (El Infiernito)
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Casa Terracota
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Casa Museo Antonio Nariño
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Museo del Chocolate Villa de leyva
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Villa de Leyva
16.0 km
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Villa de Leyva Main Square
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Museo Luis Alberto Acuña
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Santo Ecce Homo Convent
16.1 km
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Museo Paleontológico de Villa de Leyva
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Cascadas La Periquera
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Essential places to dine
National Factory of Arepas
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El Costal Restaurante
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Suisse gourmets
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Restaurante Doña Julia
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Casa Cerezo Restaurante Lounge
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Nicanor Bar
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Restaurante Bochica
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Los Criollos Restaurante
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Accademia della Pasta Tunja
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Mestizo Restaurante
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Restaurante Italiano Di Capprio
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A'Dames
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Restaurante Mr. King
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La Casa del Árbol
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La Fiamma Napolitana
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Tiendas figaras
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Tunja Store
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Dulce Momento
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Tadadú Art Tunja
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Alessia boutique Paseo de la Salamandra local 6 sotano abajo de las escaleras
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Fucsia Tienda de Detalles Tunja
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Bundakú un mundo de regalos
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Estilo Atenea
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The Smokers Store
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Amatista DCXIX
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DAVID LOPEZ - Elegancia & Distincion
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SketcH
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CLEO STORE
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Total Look
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
La Morra - Gastro Bar
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La Osteria
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Distinto Cafe Bar
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LA HOLANDESA PUB
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city bar
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Arcade Station Gastro Bar
30.0 km
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Classic Rock Café Tunja
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ASGARD PUB - ROCK
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Chicago Terraza Bar - CC Paseo de la Salamandra
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432 Hertz
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2140
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La Torralba
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Entre Nubes Bar
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Rock Grill
31.0 km
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Van Gogh Drinks
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
La Gran Manzana
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LIPTUS CAFE-BAR TUNJA
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BONGÓ At night
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Loop Club Tunja
29.9 km
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valhalla
30.0 km
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Secret location
30.5 km
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Victoria
31.2 km
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Joaquina Magic Club
31.2 km
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Don Chorro Night Club
31.7 km
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Uarhaus
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Cervecería Ciudad perdida
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The Club Colombia
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LATINA CAFÉ- BAR
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