Observatorio Astronómico Muisca

an absolutely astounding place. It is known locally as El Infiernito and is an ancient site one of the most important archaeological remains of the Muisca civilization, offering insights into their advanced understanding of astronomy and ritual practices. The Muisca, one of the major pre-Columbian civilizations in the Americas, used El Infiernito for both astronomical observations and religious ceremonies. The site features rows of monolithic stone pillars, many of which are aligned with the cardinal points and celestial events, such as solstices and equinoxes. The main pillars are precisely aligned to mark the rising sun during the equinox and the summer solstice, connecting the observatory to sacred sites like Lake Iguaque, believed to be the birthplace of the Muisca mother goddess Bachué. Excavations have revealed over 100 pink sandstone columns arranged in parallel rows, some with phallic shapes, symbolizing fertility and possibly representing constellations or important stars. It also includes.tombs containing ceremonial pottery, gold ornaments, and other ritual objects, highlighting its role in both science and spirituality for the Muisca people.

Good place to learn about muiscas culture. A place to go in a few minutes and maybe walk through the country side of the village

Very Nice.

Incredible piece of pre-Columbian history. As significant as Stonehenge, but barely registers in the global imagination. A powerful symbol of the lost Muisca civilization.

(Translated by Google) The Altiplano Cundiboyacense is the magical land of the original Muisca people, here they developed their civilization. This observatory is a beautiful place; According to experts, it is one of the oldest on the continent and was built thousands of years ago. The Muiscas built this observatory at the base of what is now called the Sanctuary of Flora and Fauna of Iguaque, site of the sacred Laguna Iguaque, origin of the Muisca civilization and home of Bachue, mother of humanity and goddess of fertility. This Observatory is characterized by large phalluses that represent the passage of time and the path of the Sun, taking the Iguaque Lagoon as a reference. This is how the Muiscas defined the times of soil preparation, sowing and harvesting. Unfortunately, the Spanish destroyed these sacred sites to impose European religion and culture. He was demonized and that is why his popular name is "El Infiernito." Gratitude to the institutions that have rescued this immaterial heritage that is still unrecognized and little visited. (Original) El Altiplano Cundiboyacense es la tierra magica del pueblo originario Muisca, aqui desarrollaron su civilización. Este observatorio, es un sitio bello; según expertos es uno de los más antiguos del continente y se contruyó miles de años atras. Los Muiscas, construyeron este observatorio en la base del hoy llamado Santuario de Flora y Fauna de Iguaque, sitio de la sagrada Laguna Iguaque, origen de la civilización Muisca y casa de Bachue, madre de la humanidad y diosa de la fertilidad. Este Observatorio se caracteriza por grandes falos que represental el correr del tiempo y el recorrido del Sol tomando como referencia la Laguna de Iguaque. Así los Muiscas definian los tiempos de preparación de suelos, siembras y cosechas. Lastimosamente, los españoles destruyeron estos sitios sagrados, para imponer la religión y la cultura europea. Fue satanizado y por eso su nombre polular es "El Infiernito" Agradecimiento a las instituciones que han rescatado este patrimonio imnaterial aun no reconocido y poco visitado.