Discover Mercedes in Colombia
Mercedes in the region of Huila is a town located in Colombia - some 198 mi or ( 319 km ) South-West of Bogotá , the country's capital .
Local time in Mercedes is now 11:25 AM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " America/Bogota " with a UTC offset of -5 hours. Depending on your flexibility, these larger cities might be interesting for you: Riobamba, Quito, Rica Brisa, Popayan, and Neiva. When in this area, you might want to check out Riobamba . Are you looking for some initial hints on what might be interesting in Mercedes ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Interesting facts about this location
El Agrado
According to oral tradition, the current territory of El Agrado, at the time of the Spanish conquest, was inhabited by the Chimbayaco, which belonged to the nation of Paez. But this can not be regarded as true as it also speaks of Yaguilgas, Yalcones and other groups belonging to the nation of Andaquíes, who lived in surrounding areas. Nor is there any documentation that describes its habitat, customs, and specific characteristics of the group Chimbayaco (across the river, Quechua).
Located at 2.26 -75.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Timbío
Timbio is a town and municipality in the Cauca Department, Colombia.
Located at 2.35 -75.68 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Garzón (Colombia)
Garzon is a town and municipality in the Huila Department, Colombia. Garzon is a municipality located in the center of the Colombian department of Huila, about 450 kilometers south of Bogotá, 114 miles south of the provincial capital, Neiva. Known as the Diocesan Capital of Huila is being the first Catholic diocese in the region, also Garzón is called "the Soul of Huila". It is a city proud of its religious architecture and culture .
Located at 2.18 -75.66 (Lat./Long.); Less than 17 km away
Paicol
Paicol is a town and municipality in the Huila Department, Colombia.
Located at 2.45 -75.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 19 km away
Tarqui, Colombia
Tarqui is a town and municipality in the Huila Department, Colombia. Tarqui was used also used in the Inca civilization.
Located at 2.11 -75.82 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
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