Dense Amazon rainforest, beautiful Andean landscapes, cities full of culture and awe-inspiring historic vestiges. Colombia is a place filled with unforgettable experiences. As many other countries in the region, it has been formed by a mix of cultures and ethnicities, which give it a colorful, varied and unique character.
Colombia is a tantalising mix of old and new: charming city centres and cobblestone streets left behind from Spanish colonial times, interwoven with a thriving cultural scene and a spicy-hot nightlife that extends to the early hours of the morning. Whether you want to feel the Caribbean sand between your toes on the beaches of Tayrona National Park, rappel through Colombia’s tallest waterfalls in San Gil, or grab a partner and dance to the pulse of Afro-influenced rhythms. Colombia is calling as the best kept secret of South America.
One of Colombia’s most interesting archaeological sites is San Agustín, with chiseled stone sculptures weighing up to five tonnes scattered over a wide landscape. Further north is Tierradentro, which has underground rock tombs covered with striking carvings and paintings similar to San Agustín. Nearby is the city of Cali, where salsa music and dancing often spill into the streets.
In the city of Cartagena, one can find old cobblestoned streets which maintain the spirit of their colonial heyday. Colombia is also a must for worldwide coffee lovers, offering some of the best grains in the world in its Zona Cafetera. Adventure is another important part of Colombian tourism, with treks and expeditions through some of the country’s most impressive natural areas. Music like salsa and vallenato -among others- liven up the many streets of Colombia where one thing’s for sure: the fun never stops.
