Muzo
Colombia · Departamento de Boyac�CO
Municipality and town in Boyacá Department, Colombia
Muzo is a town and municipality in the Western Boyacá Province, part of the department of Boyacá, Colombia. It is widely known as the world capital of emeralds for the mines containing the world's highest quality gems of this type. Muzo is situated at a distance of 178 kilometres (111 mi) from the departmental capital Tunja and 118 kilometres (73 mi) from the capital of the Western Boyacá Province, Chiquinquirá. The urban centre is at an altitude of 815 metres (2,674 ft) above sea level. Muzo borders Otanche and San Pablo de Borbur in the north, Maripí and Coper in the east, Quípama in the west and the department of Cundinamarca in the south.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 8,548
- Coordinates
- 5.535, -74.108
- Timezone
- America/Bogota
- Elevation
- 740 m
Overview of Muzo
Muzo — a tiny locality in Departamento de Boyac�, Colombia — is worth a place on your map. Around 8,548 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: culture and sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 740 metres up.
Things to do in Muzo
Culture in Muzo
(1)For culture, expect Mines. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Muzo.
Sports in Muzo
(1)Muzo's sports entries include Hunting. It is a direct read of Muzo's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Muzo
(1)Muzo's other activities entries include Secret. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Muzo. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Getting there & around
Muzo rewards a slow approach — a hub in Departamento de Boyac�, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to America/Bogota on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Muzo that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muzo known for?
- Travellers associate Muzo with culture and sports. It sits in Departamento de Boyac�, Colombia and counts about 8,548 residents.
- What can you do in Muzo?
- Muzo is tagged with Mines and Hunting, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Muzo located?
- Muzo belongs to Departamento de Boyac�, Colombia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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