Context

The Santuario de Las Lajas rises between the walls of the Guáitara river canyon, uniting neo-Gothic architecture, pilgrimage and Andean landscape. The visit lets you observe how a monumental work converses with the rock, the river and the religious practices of thousands of people. Beyond the photograph, the visit can connect with Ipiales, its border life and the landscapes of southern Nariño.

What can you do?

• Tour the sanctuary and its viewpoints
• Learn about historical and religious accounts
• Observe the canyon and the Guáitara river
• Visit Ipiales and local markets
• Combine the visit with routes through southern Nariño

Suggested places

Ipiales and Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Las Lajas, Nariño

Ideal for

Cultural travelers, pilgrims, families, photographers and international visitors