Since we were flying back out of Bogota, we thought it would be nice to spend a couple days and check out the city. We basically did a whirlwind tour, and these are the highlights: La Candelaria La Candelaria is the city's
When I mentioned that I was going to Medellin, my friends and family said “Narcos”, or “Be careful, it’s not safe”. Given that 25 years ago, Medellin was the most dangerous city in the world, it's no surprise. In 1993, Medellin
Cartagena is full of character, cobbled streets, fruit vendors and street art. All of this is found within two neighbourhoods: the old city, contained within the old city walls and the gentrifying Getsemani, a neighbourhood just outside of the walls,
Deep in the jungled mountains of the Sierra Nevada, you’ll find Teyuna, or the Lost City (Cuidad Perdida), an ancient ruined city of the Tayrona people that was built around 800 AD. When the Spanish invaded Colombia, it caused great tension and eventually led
Santa Marta is the oldest surviving city in Colombia, with the first Spanish settlement being in 1545. While many say it is run down, it is a prominent tourist destination being the gateway to many beautiful beaches and also the