Columbia - San Agustín Archeological Park

San Agustín Archeological Park (1995)
Columbia

Columbia 1996. Historical Landmarks. San Agustín.

The largest group of religious monuments and megalithic sculptures in South America stands in a wild, spectacular landscape. Gods and mythical animals are skillfully represented in styles ranging from abstract to realist.

These works of art display the creativity and imagination of a northern Andean culture that flourished from the 1st to the 8th century.

Columbia 1996. Historical Landmarks. San Agustín. This stamp was issued as part of a se-tenant set of four, the other three stamps featuring Cartagena, Santa Cruz de Mompox, and Tierradentro National Park.

Columbia 1981. Air Post stamps. San Agustín. Sculptured Brid.

Columbia 1981. Air Post stamps. San Agustín. Funeral Chamber.

Columbia 1981. Air Post stamps. San Agustín. Chamber Hallway.

Columbia 1981. Air Post stamps. San Agustín. Statue of a Man.

Columbia 1981. Air Post stamps. San Agustín.
- Sculptured Bird.
- Funeral Chamber.
- Chamber Hallway.
- Statue of a Man.

San Agustin offers several attractive hikes and beautiful natural spots. This area of Colombia is considered one of the most beautiful areas in the country.

Sources and links:

San Agustin, (Plural Word)

Other World Heritage Sites in Columbia (on this site). Please refer to the UNESCO-listing, Columbia section, for further information on the individual properties.

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