2025 Potosi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

[Santuario de Las Lajas] — A Gothic gem spanning a deep canyon, where faith and wonder intersect — A "Gothic church on a bridge" spanning the Guaitara River Canyon near Ipiales in southwestern Colombia. Built by local believers between 1916 and 1949, its majestic beauty, described as "black and white stone lacework," floats like a castle in a storybook. . ⸻ 📍[Location] About a 15-minute drive from the center of Ipiales City in Nariño Province. It is also close to the Ecuadorian border, making it a popular destination for tours and day trips. 🕰️[Visiting points] The church can be visited for free. The bridge across the canyon and the interior of the church are a must-see! If you also want to visit the underground crypt and museum, we recommend adding another 30 minutes to an hour. ⸻ ✨Recommended points • The neo-Gothic architecture towering over the narrow valley is truly breathtakingly beautiful • The stone bridge seen from the underground crypt and the spires reaching into the sky create a cinematic effect • Inside, the miraculous Virgin Mary statue, stained glass, and gold-rimmed arches create a solemn atmosphere • As a trace of folk belief, the votive plaques and thank-you sticks lined up on the walls are also worth seeing  ⸻ 🎒Tips and advice • The bridge and the valley can be windy and a little chilly on some days, so it's a good idea to bring a thin jacket! • You can also enjoy the view across the valley by taking the cable car (paid, can be confirmed at the counter on the day)  • It gets crowded during tourist seasons and religious events, so it's recommended to visit early in the morning for a quieter experience • If you like history and legends, listening to the miracles of the Virgin Mary statue and the architectural background with a guide will add depth to your experience! ⸻ 🌟【How to take your fun up a notch】 Enjoy the small canyon atmosphere nestled in the valley below the bridge, and take some spectacular photos with the church in the background! The lighting at dusk is just like a scene from a movie✨ ⸻ #Las Lajas Church #Colombia #Ipiales #Absolutely Free Trip

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Ipiales, Colombia, near the border with Ecuador. There is a church there that is said to be the most beautiful in the world. You can get there by colectivo (shared van) from Ipiales. The entire church is lit up at night, which is also famous.

Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Las Lajas, located near Ipiales in southern Colombia, is a sacred place with a spectacular view that is also called "the most beautiful church in the world". Built in white and gray Gothic style, the church stands as if it is integrated with the bridge over a deep valley, creating a panoramic view that seems like a world from a storybook. ⸻ 📍Location Santuario de Las Lajas, Ipiales, Nariño, Colombia About 15 minutes by taxi or shared bus from Ipiales city Easy access from the Ecuadorian border (Tulcán) 🕰️Visiting hours Daily: 7:00-19:00 (lighting up at night on some days) 💸Cost ・Free admission ・Visit the museum inside the church: several thousand pesos (optional) ・Round-trip transportation from Ipiales city center: 5,000-10,000 pesos (about 200-400 yen) ⸻ 🌟Points ・The fusion of architectural beauty built on a canyon and nature is overwhelming ・Easy to access even in a short time, perfect for sightseeing between transfers ・The stained glass inside the church is beautiful and has a solemn atmosphere ・When lit up at night, the scenery becomes even more fantastic ・There are souvenir shops and stalls in the surrounding area, making it tourist-friendly ⸻ #LasLajasChurch #LasLajas #Ipiales #ColombiaTravel #The most beautiful church in the world #Amazing views of South America #Around the world

To see this beautiful church, we have to visit Ipiales which is a border town between Colombia and Ecuador then take a share taxi to there. Share taxi cost $40000 colombian peso. (2025 Apr) Its like a movie setting, great to visit there. There is a cable car to see from other side too. I didn't ride on the cable car, but still able to see amazing views. There are some walking pass by the valley too.