La estatua del fundador de Bogotá

Abstract

The image contains a news story about several key initiatives for the development of Bogotá in the 19th century. Efforts to build parishes in neighborhoods such as Las Aguas and Egipto, driven by the Apostolic Delegate, are mentioned, reflecting the religious and cultural impact on the city. Furthermore, the formation of a civic board led by important figures, such as the Secretary of the Treasury, is highlighted, with the goal of beautifying the city and improving the quality of life of its inhabitants. Important historical aspects are also explored, such as the challenges faced by Don Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada on the expedition that marked the beginning of colonization, leaving a lasting legacy. In this context, emblematic places such as Las Aguas Church and Plaza de Bolívar are compared with iconic spaces such as Hyde Park and Central Park, underscoring their social and cultural relevance. This story was published in Diario de Cundinamarca on December 15, 1882.