Welcome to Bogotá, a city founded on August 6th, 1538, by Gonzalo JimĂ©nez de Quezada at the site known today as Chorro de Quevedo. The Capital District is divided into 20 localities: 19 urban and one rural. Bogotá is one of the most populous cities in South America with nearly 8 million people, a city full of history, culture, and unique experiences. The historic center is the perfect place to start your adventure, and what better starting point than the iconic Plaza de BolĂvar.