The haunting yet beautiful image of a once popular grand hotel
The luxurious Hotel del Salto opened in 1928 to welcome wealthy travelers visiting the Tequendama Falls area, in Colombia.
It is easy to see why people once flocked here, the landscape is truly beautiful. The position of the hotel to enjoy the vista is second to none. Situated opposite the waterfall and on the edge of the cliff, it provided breathtaking views to its once many guests.
The luxurious Hotel del Salto opened in 1928
So where did it all go wrong? Unfortunately, due to non existent regulations of Colombian authorities, the Bogota river was allowed to become contaminated by industrial waste.
The reputation of the area as a tourist destination was badly damaged as a result, and people stopped coming.
The hotel has wonderful views opposite the falls
The hotel finally closed down in the early 90’s and was left abandoned ever since. Local rumour has it that the place is haunted, the fact that many people have chosen to commit suicide by jumping from the ravine, only adding to its mysterious ambiance.
The building has been abandoned for almost 25 years
The Bogotá river was contaminated by industry and tourists gradually lost their interest in the area.
The entrance to the abandoned hotel
Pollution in the Bogota river ensured the tourists stayed away
The once well travelled road past the falls and the hotel
Renaissance style ‘Old World’ architecture in decay
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