The archaeological park of San Augustin contains the most stone sculptures. Enormous tombs, demons carved from volcanic rock, and an enigmatic cult spring bear witness to a centuries-old advanced civilization amidst lush green vegetation.

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May 11, 2023

The San Agustín Archaeological Park (Spanish: Parque Arqueológico de San Agustín) is a large archaeological area located near the town of San Agustín in Huila Department in Colombia. The park contains the largest collection of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in Latin America and is considered the world's largest necropolis. Belonging to San Agustin culture, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The dates of the statues are uncertain, but they are believed to have been carved between 5–400 AD. The origin of the carvers remains a mystery, as the site is largely unexcavated.

Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Agust%C3%ADn_Archaeological_Park

Admission COP 65,000 (May 2023) - Locals COP 20,000 cheaper.
Admission also allows you to visit the sites at Isnos and Obando. You should also visit the museum that explains about the history of the figures as well as about the excavations.

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