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Gachala

City in Cundinamarca, Colombia

Overview

Gachala is a picturesque town set amidst the green mountains of Cundinamarca, Colombia, known for its peaceful atmosphere, friendly locals, and proximity to the vast Embalse del Guavio reservoir. It offers a slow-paced lifestyle, charming colonial streets, and is a gateway to outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and boating.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Department
Cundinamarca
Population
5,916
Time Zone
America/Bogota
Coordinates
4.67°, -73.50°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$458
Local Cost
$273
Local Income
$220
Cashless
15
English
10
Temperature
15.3°C
Summer Avg
14.4°C
Winter Avg
15.7°C
Record High
25.6°C
Record Low
6.8°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
2121 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
MND
Distance
27 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 48/100.

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