Huila Department
An Andean department in southwestern Colombia, known for the Tatacoa Desert and San Agustín Archaeological Park.
Huila Department lies in southwestern Colombia, with the upper Magdalena River running through it, flanked by the Eastern and Central Cordilleras of the Andes; its capital is Neiva. San Agustín Archaeological Park and Tierradentro Archaeological Park, famed for pre-Columbian megalithic statues, are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Tatacoa Desert in the north is known for its red and gray eroded landscapes and stargazing. The area around the source of the Magdalena River is good for hiking and rafting. It can be visited year-round, though drier months offer a better experience. Neiva has an airport with flights to Bogotá.