Bogotá is Colombia’s massive, sprawling capital.  There are tons of things to do.  In fact, it can be hard to see Bogotá in a day, much less know what the best things to do in […]

Wondering what to do in Bogotá?  Colombia’s capital, Bogotá is a sprawling, metropolitan city.  That means there’s no shortage of things to see in Bogotá.  Here I am going to give you the lowdown on […]

If you’re looking for a neat thing to see outside of Bogotá, check out this cathedral built in a former salt mine!  The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is a unique attraction.  The town of Zipaquirá […]

Bogotá has recently become known as a mecca of graffiti and street art.  Artists from the world over have decorated its walls, and the city has even commissioned works for some of its largest buildings.  […]

Known as the Liberator, Simón Bolívar was the greatest military leader of the independence armies in Colombia and much of northern South America.  He was then president for over a decade.  For his service, he […]

Colombia’s most famous artist, Fernando Botero is well known for his distinctive style.  This style saw him create exaggerated figures for his subjects, often labeled as “fat.”  He has generously donated much of his work […]

Gold, God, and Glory.  That’s what brought Europeans to the Americas.  In the territory that became Colombia, the first especially rang true.  The indigenous peoples of Colombia were expert gold craftsmen, and Spanish conquistadores stole and […]

Undoubtedly a must see in Bogotá, the Hill of Monserrate houses a lovely chapel and sports breathtaking views of Colombia’s capital from on high.  Read on for a complete visitor’s guide to Monserrate Hill in […]