Bogota is the capital city of Colombia. It’s situated in the center of the country, in a plateau known as the Bogota savanna. Bogota is one of the largest cities in Latin America and a truly cosmopolitan hub. It is the country’s economic, transportation, and cultural centre. Since its foundation in the 16th century, Bogota has been a significant city influencing other regions around the world. It is famous for its astounding colonial buildings and modern structures that stand side by side to complement each other. Some of the places that make it famous include the amazing ancient buildings, Monserrate, Bolivar Square, Museums, the Presidential Palace, and the historic La Candelaria district.

The last population census in Colombia was conducted in 2018. According to this census, Bogota had a population of 7,181,469. Compared to other cities in Colombia, Bogota is considered to be highly diverse. According to the census, 85.3% of the population is mestizo (mixed white and Amerindian) based in Bogota, with others identifying as white, Afro-Colombian, and indigenous. When it comes to religious beliefs, Bogota is predominantly Roman Catholic, with significant Protestant, Jewish, and Muslim minorities. According to the data collected during the 2018 census, 70.9% people in Bogota identified themselves as Roman Catholic, 16.7% as Protestant, with the remaining population either following other religions or none at all. As one of the most diverse cities in Latin America, Bogota houses over 7 million residents, who collectively speak many languages, including Spanish, English, French, and various indigenous languages. Bogota also houses a large number of universities and is known as the 'Athens of South America' due to its high literacy rates and number of learning institutions.

Bogota, as the capital of Colombia, has a special district status. The city is divided into 20 localities, each governed by an administrative board elected by the citizens. The Mayor of Bogota, elected for four years, is the city's head of government, and alongside the 45-member City Council, is responsible for the city's administration. The Mayor and the City Council are responsible for strategic planning, security, education, health, sports, culture, mobility, and economic development. Each locality also has its own local mayor who is responsible for specific administrative duties within their locality.

Bogota has always been a commercial city and today enjoys the status of having one of the most important economies in Latin America. The city thrives in trade and commerce and has a vibrant culture seeped in commerce. It has a GDP of over $92 billion, which is about 25 percent of Colombia's total GDP. The size of its economy is larger than that of several Latin American nations. The Port of Bogota, an inland port, handles a significant volume of cargo every year.

Bogota has made significant strides in its infrastructure planning. The city has identified a range of infrastructure priorities, from new energy, water and sewerage infrastructure, to enhanced digital connectivity and new road schemes. Some of the investment is provided by the private sector. This has generally worked well in Bogota, although the city faces challenges in terms of traffic congestion and public transportation. The city is currently working on major projects such as the Bogota Metro to improve its transportation infrastructure.