Chicamocha National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chicamocha National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Monument to the Santanderean culture
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| Location | Santander, Colombia |
| Nearest city | Aratoca |
| Established | January 1, 2006 |
| Governing body | Government of Colombia |
Chicamocha National Park, often called Panachi, is a super cool natural park in Colombia. It's located right next to the amazing Chicamocha Canyon. This park is a popular spot for tourists because of its stunning views and all the fun outdoor activities you can do there!
Panachi is about 50 kilometers (31 miles) from the city of Bucaramanga. It's a great place for adventure. You can try exciting things like paragliding high above the canyon. Or you could go spelunking (exploring caves). Other activities include bushwalking, camping, fishing, kayaking, rafting, and even mountain climbing.
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Exploring Chicamocha National Park
Chicamocha National Park offers lots of exciting things to see and do. It's designed for families to have a great time together. The park has special areas that show off the unique culture of the Santander region.
Ride the Amazing Cable Car
One of the most famous attractions at Panachi is its incredible aerial tramway, also known as a cable car. This cable car crosses the huge Chicamocha Canyon! It's one of the longest cable car systems in the world, stretching about 6.3 kilometers (3.9 miles).
The cable car lets you see the canyon from high above. You get amazing views of the landscape. It has three stations: one inside the park, one near the river, and the last one at "Vereda el Tabacal." The cable car opened in January 2009 and quickly became a favorite.
Fun Activities and Sights
Besides the cable car, Panachi has many other cool features. There are places to park your car and special viewing decks. You can also walk along many trails.
For those interested in culture, there's the Museo Guane. This museum teaches you about the Guane people, who lived in this area long ago. You can also visit the Plaza de las Costumbres and the Salón de Exposiciones.
If you're looking for more fun, there's a skating rink and a kart circuit. You can even see ostriches and goats! Don't miss the monument to Santanderean culture. It's a beautiful tribute to the local heritage. There's also a 360-degree viewing deck at the highest point of the canyon for breathtaking views.
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Santanderean architecture at the Chicamocha National Park
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Tram
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Tram
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View of the canyon
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See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional del Chicamocha para niños
