Bogota
Bogota, the capital of Colombia, lies in the northern Andes at 2640 m above sea level. Home to more than 7.3 million people, it is the third largest city in South America. Bogota is a centre of learning and culture, often called the Athens of South America. Renowned universities are based here, among them the National University of Colombia. The climate is temperate, with temperatures between 14 and 20°C. The best time to visit runs from December to March, when the weather is drier.
