Tibasosa
Tibasosa - At a Glance
Tucked between mountains and misty highland mornings, Tibasosa is one of Boyacá’s most enchanting small towns—an irresistible blend of colonial charm, artisan culture, and the unmistakable aroma of feijoa, the fruit that has become its signature. Its whitewashed houses, carved wooden balconies, and flower-draped streets create a postcard-perfect setting, but what makes Tibasosa truly stand out is how deeply it preserves and celebrates its traditions.
Walk through the town’s historic center and you’ll immediately feel Tibasosa’s personality. The Plaza de los Libertadores, bordered by palm trees and neatly kept gardens, is framed by the town’s landmark church, whose stone façade dates back to the 17th century. Around the plaza, small cafés and artisan shops showcase Tibasosa’s specialties—from handwoven wool goods to delicate ceramics inspired by Muisca motifs. But it’s the scent of warm feijoa syrup drifting out of the doorways that catches every visitor’s attention.
Feijoa Festival
Tibasosa is famous for its Feijoa Festival, a vibrant celebration held annually where the town transforms into a showcase of creativity. Everything revolves around the fruit: feijoa jams, feijoa wine, feijoa pastries, feijoa ice cream, and even savory dishes infused with its floral, tropical fragrance. Local families take pride in perfecting recipes that have been passed down for generations, and the festival highlights this craftsmanship with tastings, cooking competitions, and street vendors offering freshly made treats. Even outside the festival season, Tibasosa’s shops are stocked with feijoa products, turning the fruit into a year-round emblem of local identity.
Art in Tibasosa
In recent years, Tibasosa has also welcomed a new wave of artists drawn by its calm atmosphere and breathtaking surroundings. Pop-up galleries, open-studio weekends, and collaborative exhibitions have started to take root, especially during cultural festivals. The Feijoa Festival, though centered on gastronomy, has become a surprising platform for local creatives—painters exhibit in historic courtyards, sculptors display work in the plaza, and craft collectives host demonstrations for visitors.
Public art is part of the town’s charm as well. Murals celebrating Boyacá’s identity—its farmers, musicians, and natural beauty—adorn quiet alleyways. Hand-painted signs, wrought-iron lanterns, and colorful ceramic tiles appear everywhere, turning everyday corners into subtle artistic moments. Even Tibasosa’s cafés and boutique shops curate local artwork, making the entire town feel like an open-air gallery.