Portal 20 de Julio (TransMilenio)

Portal 20 de Julio is a major bus rapid transit (BRT) station of the TransMilenio system in Bogotá, Colombia. It is located in the San Cristóbal locality, specifically at the intersection of Avenida Carrera 5 and Calle 31 Sur. The portal serves as a key transfer point for passengers traveling between the eastern and southern parts of the city.

The station is a "portal," meaning it functions as a terminal where articulated and bi-articulated buses arrive and depart, connecting with feeder routes that serve surrounding neighborhoods. Passengers can transfer between trunk routes (routes operating on exclusive lanes) and feeder routes within the portal without paying an additional fare, using the integrated fare system.

The name "20 de Julio" refers to the date of Colombian Independence Day, July 20th, 1810. The area surrounding the portal is a commercial hub, with a significant amount of retail activity, including shops, street vendors, and restaurants. The station serves a large residential population in the southern and eastern parts of Bogotá. Due to its strategic location and high volume of passengers, Portal 20 de Julio is one of the busiest stations in the TransMilenio system. The station's operation contributes to the mobility of citizens, linking them to other locations within the city.