Terracotta House (Casa Terracota)
Villa de Leyva, Colombia
1 ticket option available · from $8.71
Tours, passes & combos at Terracotta House (Casa Terracota)
Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.
| Seller | Option | Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Terracota Official | Self-guided tour, adult, low season, weekday. Access to arch | $8.71 | View |
Did you know?
- Type
- Tourist attraction in Colombia
Visitor information
- Address: Vereda Monquira, Villa de Leyva, Boyacá, Colombia
- Phone: +57 324 2590225
- Official website: http://www.casaterracota.com/
People also ask
What makes Casa Terracota unique?
The Casa Terracota is one of the most surprising architectural innovations in Colombia. Located in Villa de Leyva, this iconic building stands out for its unique construction entirely made of clay and ceramic, making it a symbol of ecological architecture in the country.
What is the history of Casa Terracota?
Its history dates back to the 1990s, when Colombian architect Octavio Mendoza Morales undertook the ambitious project of building a house entirely in terracotta.
What is a terracotta house?
Architectural terracotta refers to a fired mixture of clay and water that can be used in a non-structural, semi-structural, or structural capacity on the exterior or interior of a building. Terracotta is an ancient building material that translates from Latin as "baked earth".
Is Casa Terracota earthquake resistant?
The house took 4 tons of clay to create and was cooked at a high temperature to make it resistant to rain, earthquakes and at the same time to ensure a cool indoor climate.