Authentic Colombian Experience: Walk through Bogotá’s Living History and Local Culture
Traveling has become more than simply visiting well-known places of interest. People now seek authentic experiences that help them comprehend the destination from the point of view of locals. Should you have Colombia in mind, nothing beats starting with Bogota – a city that embodies history, creativity, gastronomy, and community and where you can have […]
Ethical Escobar Tour: Discover the Real Story behind Medellín’s History
As travelers come to visit Medellín, they naturally become interested in the tale of Pablo Escobar and the complex history of Colombia. Unfortunately, in most cases, conventional narco-tourism turns tragedies into entertainment and leaves aside thousands of people who suffered because of that. Therefore, taking an ethical Escobar tour makes sense in such a situation […]
Gloria: a Beloved Community Leader in Moravia
Gloria Ospina is a prominent community leader in Moravia (Comuna 4), whose legacy of resilience and leadership has transformed her neighborhood. From her childhood in a marginalized area to becoming one of the most influential figures in the community, she has dedicated her life to improving the living conditions in Moravia. Through her tireless work, […]
Tejo in Medellin: Colombia’s Explosive Traditional Sport
When you think of Colombia, you might picture its vibrant cities, coffee plantations, or stunning landscapes. However, we also have a traditional sport that encapsulates the spirit and culture of Colombia: Tejo (té-ho). With deep roots in indigenous history, Tejo is a unique and exhilarating game that has become a beloved pastime for many Colombians. […]
20 Books we recommend about Colombia and Medellin
A curated reading list to help you understand Colombia and Medellin context and history through a series of fiction and non-fiction books. Organized them by topic and for each book we included the available languages, a link to buy it and a little synopsis.
Top 5 Colombian Salsa bands recommended by a local
Salsa is my favorite type of music, my favorite radio station is LatinaStereo from Medellin, playing salsa 24/7. Today I want to share my top 5 Colombian salsa bands and not only that, this is the link to a playlist with a selection of their songs and other Colombian salsa artists. You can play it […]
