The north coast is lapped by the Caribbean Sea, with no shortage of picture perfect beaches. East of the pretty seaside town of Santa Marta, Tayrona National Park boasts some of the country’s finest stretches of sand, fringed by dense jungle. And just off the coast of Cartagena is the archipelago of El Rosario – 27 islands strung out like beads, surrounded by reefs teaming with marine life, and with plenty of idyllic sandy coves and bays.
Cartagena
Once the centre of the Spanish empire, Cartagena is not only steeped in history, but is also one of the best preserved cities on the continent. The walled old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, the fortress built by the Spaniards in the 1600s, dominates the city. Within the walls, it’s a maze of colonial architecture, brightly coloured buildings, mansions, churches and bustling plazas.
Wildlife
Thanks to its remarkable variety of landscapes, the country is one of the most biodiverse on earth, as well as boasting more species of birds and butterflies than anywhere else. The Amazon rainforest covers over a third of Colombia, and on a boat trip, you might encounter pink river dolphins, capybara, and if you’re very lucky, a jaguar. In the Andes, keep an eye out for condors, and on the north coast, you might see a cotton-top tamarin – one of the world’s smallest primates.
Salsa Dancing
This is not just a dance to Colombians, but a way of life. To see it at its best, travel to Cali – affectionately known as the Capital of Salsa. There’s an annual festival, regular street parties dedicated to it, and plenty of places where you can learn the moves.
Indigenous Culture
Colombia is home to many different indigenous groups. If you explore the Parque Nacional Natural Amacayacu, deep within the Amazon Orinoco basin, your guide will be from the Ticuna community. In the northern most part of the country, the Wayuu people inhabit the remote stretches of desert of the Guajira Peninsula, living in the same way they have for centuries.
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