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El Penon de Guatape Guatapé, Antioquia, Colombia Last Updated: 07/23/2026 |
| El Peñón de Guatapé, also known as Piedra del Peñol or simply La Piedra, is a monolithic rock formation located in the town of Guatapé, Antioquia, Colombia. It's a popular tourist destination known for its stunning views of the surrounding area, especially the Guatape Reservoir. | |
| The rock is an inselberg, meaning it's an isolated rock hill that rises abruptly from a relatively flat surrounding plain. It's estimated to be around 70 million years old and is composed of pink granite. The top of the rock can be reached by climbing a staircase of 740 steps. There's a small fee to enter the park that includes the climb. | |
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