[1][2] The area of San Miguel de Sema, located in the valley of Chiquinquirá-Ubaté, was inhabited by the Muisca, organised in a loose confederation.

The rule over San Miguel de Sema was by a cacique of Chiquinquirá, loyal to the zaque, based in Hunza.

Luis Alberto Ospina was the leader who managed the creation from the Municipality to his death his children continued the foundation process that occurred in 1960.

The church is tributed to Saint Michael the Archangel (San Miguel Arcángel) is only one of the most beautiful in the department.

Fairs and celebrations made in the second week of November, 10, 11 and 12, summon to the inhabitants and neighbors of the region by means of run of bulls and horse and bovine shows.