Guanentá Province
Guanentá Province is a province in the Santander Department, in Colombia. The province was named after the Amerindian Chief Guanentá, leader of the Guanes, who were the original inhabitants of the region. Geography The municipalities forming the province are: Aratoca Is a small town located within the Chicamocha Canyon. Its main attraction, other than fantastic views, is the colonial church, Nuestra Señora de las Nieves. The entire façade was built with locally sourced Guane stones. With its interior containing one large nave and four chapels. You will also discover a wonderful bell tower singing daily Barichara Is the jewel in the crown of the province of Guanentá. Its unspoiled colonial architecture, stone streets, and white houses that have preserved the old construction materials such as Tapia (compacted earth) and bahareque, make it one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia. Is very touristic place, so it makes a vibrant activity in its streets and square ...
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