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Villavieja
Colombia - Huila
Colombia - Huila
Villavieja is the gateway to the Tatacoa Desert. This picturesque town in Huila gives access to one of the most fascinating destinations in Colombia, with unique desert landscapes, rock formations and the best starry skies for astronomy.
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Observatory for stargazing under one of the clearest skies in Colombia
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Natural rock pools for a refreshing dip in the middle of the desert
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🕐 Opening hours: Check-in: 3 pm, Check-out: 11 am
📞 Contact: +57 312 999 0011
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $15-30
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $8-18
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $12-25
📍 View on Google Maps →📍 Places they visit: Astronomical Observatory, Red Desert, Grey Desert, Natural Pools
🕐 Horario: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📞 Phone: +57 316 333 4455
📍 Places they visit: Full tour: Red and Grey Desert, Palaeontology Museum
🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📞 Phone: +57 317 444 5566
Taste the traditional flavours of this region
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