During pre-Columbian and colonial times, Fontibón was a strategic territory of passage and communication for the Muisca population. From the 16th century, it served as a transit point for Spaniards, facilitating the movement of mule trains, as well as the transportation of goods and travelers between Santa Fe de Bogotá and the Magdalena River.
In 1538, it was recognized as the Town of the Royal Crown. Later, it was designated as the Town of Indians to facilitate the Christian indoctrination of the native population, who had resisted this process. This designation led to its development as a doctrine and curacy, and eventually into a parish for whites, a parish district, and, finally, a municipality. In 1954, it was annexed to the Special District of Bogotá, along with six other surrounding municipalities, which initiated an accelerated process of urbanization.
The foundation of the locality dates back to 1594 when it was known as Hyntiba or Hontibón; today, it is referred to as Fontibón. Its strategic location has allowed it to serve as a connector between the Colombian capital and the western and southern regions of the country. Since 1991, Fontibón has been recognized as the ninth district of the Capital District.
The Foundational Square of Fontibón is located on Calle 18, between Carreras 99 and 100.
- By TransMilenio, you can take an articulated bus towards Portal El Dorado. Once there, you can take a feeder bus that will take you directly to Fontibón Marketplace.
- By SITP, take any of the routes 16-8, K303, K304, K306, K336, or P39.