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Boyacá
Department in Colombia
Map
Overview
Boyacá sits in the Eastern Cordillera with an average altitude above 2,000 meters, giving it a cool average temperature of 15.3°C. The department is known for its colonial towns, emerald mines, and Lake Tota, the largest lake in Colombia. Key cities include Tunja (the capital), Sogamoso, Duitama, Chiquinquirá, and Puerto Boyacá.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Colombia
Department
Boyacá
Department Code
BOY
Cities Tracked
123
Total Population
1,341,559
Time Zone
America/Bogota
Key Metrics
Safety Score
63/100 (Safe)
123 cities assessed
Avg Rent (1-Bed Center)
$129/mo
123 cities
Avg Temperature
15.3°C
123 cities
Internet Speed
47 Mbps
90 cities
Air Quality
34 (Good)
123 cities
Avg Humidity
84%
Avg Inexpensive Meal
$3.14
Cities in Boyacá
123 citiesFrequently Asked Questions
Sources: WAQI | WeatherAPI | World Bank · Last updated: 2025
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