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Viewpoint · Filandia, Quindío
Mirador Colina Iluminada
A wooden tower atop a hill near the center of Filandia, with 360-degree views of the mountains of Quindío and Risaralda and, on clear days, the distant mountain ranges.
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About Mirador Colina Iluminada
The Mirador Colina Iluminada sits on a hill a few minutes' walk from the center of Filandia. It is a multi-level tower made of wood and guadua, built to showcase the landscape around the town. From the top the view is circular: slopes covered with coffee plantations, banana groves and woods, the valleys of the Barbas and Quindío rivers, the neighboring towns and, on clear days, the mountains of the Central and Western Cordilleras.
In the late afternoon, when the sky is clear, you can see the sun set behind the mountains, and at night the lights of Pereira, Armenia and nearby villages light up on the horizon. The tower has a snack bar and a craft shop at its base.
The ascent is via internal stairs, with landings between levels. The wind is often strong at the top.
The lookout complements a visit to the center and gives a sense of the Paisagem Cultural Cafeeira, with farms spread across the hills.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
Late afternoon and early evening, for low light and then the lights of the towns. Early morning the sky is usually clearer. Check the opening hours before you go.
How to get there
It's about 1 km from the center of Filandia, a 10–15 minute walk along the street that leaves the square toward the hill; you can also get there by taxi or jeep.
Tip
Go late in the afternoon and stay until it gets dark to see the distant city lights. Bring a jacket: it tends to be windy at the top of the tower.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Mirador Colina Iluminada
What can you see from Filandia's viewpoint?
The mountains of Quindío and Risaralda, the coffee plantations, the valleys of the Barbas and Quindío rivers, and at night the lights of Pereira and Armenia.
Is it far from the center?
About 1 km, a 10–15 minute walk.
Is there an entrance fee?
There is usually an access fee for the tower. Confirm locally.