The Cerro de la Bandera is the best viewpoint of Puerto Carreño capital of Vichada, has a height of 97 meters and from it you can see the entire urban area of the municipality, as well as the mouth of the Meta and Bita rivers towards the Orinoco River.
History of Cerro de la Bandera
The Cerro de la Bandera is a rock formation known as Precambrian stone which is more than 350 million years old, being a sample of the Guayanés massif.
Previously it was an observation point that allowed the access of river vessels to be monitored and was known by the name of Picacho until in 1913, General Buenaventura Bustos, commissioner of Vichada, with the purpose of exercising sovereignty, placed the Colombian Flag on its top; Since then it has been called “El Cerro de la Bandera”.
(Also know: El Tuparro National Natural Park)
Monument to Chief Samanare
If you make the climb from the Malecón you will be able to see in one of the rocky outcrops the monument to Cacique Samanare, which is a monument composed of three statues that represent the indigenous cultures originating from the region.
This is a must-see place on your visit to Puerto Carreño because it has the best views of the municipality. Being the highest place in the surrounding area, you can enjoy magnificent sunsets and sunrises in all their splendor, as well as beautiful views of the natural areas that The Metas, Bita and Orinoco rivers, as well as the Bita hill, surround Puerto Carreño; Upon reaching the top, in addition to the beautiful views, you can find the monument of a large cross, as well as the Colombian flag that honors the name of the hill.
Where is Cerro de la Bandera located?
Cerro de la Bandera is located in Puerto Carreño, capital of the Department of Vichada.
