Desert Tour

4. Convent of Santo Ecce-Homo: This site serves as a testament to the religious and architectural legacy of Villa de Leyva. Its walls safeguard sacred art, intricately carved altarpieces, and religious relics that narrate tales of devotion and tradition. Explore the spirituality and religious fervor of the area.

Besides its historical and religious significance, the convent offers a superb panoramic view of the Villa de Leyva Desert. From its towers and viewpoints, you can admire the vast desert landscape and sense the connection between the divine and the earthly.

5. Fibas Desert Garden: The Desert Garden is a botanical haven showcasing a stunning array of cacti and succulents amidst the arid Villa de Leyva Desert. This garden celebrates the diversity and resilience of flora adapted to the harsh desert conditions.

The garden provides a unique opportunity to understand the role of plants in desert ecosystems and their cultural significance in the region. The guide will impart knowledge on the medicinal properties, traditional uses, and uniqueness of each species.

6. El Fósil Community Museum: More than just a fossil exhibition, this museum is a gateway to a distant past, unveiling secrets of creatures that once inhabited these lands millions of years ago.

The highlight of the museum is its centerpiece: a complete skeleton of an ichthyosaurus, a prehistoric marine reptile from the Mesozoic era. This fossil, unearthed locally, is among the few complete skeletons of its kind worldwide and is the pride and gem of the exhibition.

7. Terracotta House: An architectural marvel amidst the desert, this unique structure stands as a testament to creativity and innovation.

Created over 15 years by architect Octavio Mendoza Morales, this house celebrates art and originality. Constructed entirely from clay, it is the largest building of its kind globally. Its distinctive style and organic design harmoniously blend with the surrounding desert environment.