Exploring The Diverse Heritage of Colombia
Posted on December 14, 2011, under Uncategorized.
Columbia in South America is quickly rising in popularity as a travel destination. For many years it was completely unsafe to travel there, because of the internal conflicts and drug wars. Today Columbia s much safer to travel in, and gets over a million tourists per year with that number steadily rising.
Columbia has seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites of historical interest to travelers, including the fortifications surrounding the old city of Cartagena. Its beaches are also a large attraction. For the Eco tourist there is Tayrona National Natural Park with beautiful ocean views at Arrecifes Beach, the Archipelago of San Andres, Providencia and Catalina and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Maria Mountains. From the mountains to the Amazonian rainforest, Columbia is a country of many natural wonders and has several national parks to visit. Many tourists enjoy the the historic district of Bogot, known as La Candelaria. There are numerous colonial towns; such as Villa de Leyva, Las Lajas Sanctuary, Santa Cruz de Mompox, Santa Fe de Antioquia, and Popayan. Many festivals and carnivals are held each year including; the Festival of the Flowers in Medellin, the Barranquilla Carnival, the Carnival of Blacks and Whites in Pasto and the Ibero-American Theater Festival in Bogot.
Cruise ships are once again making port in Cartagena and Santa Marta. However, it is recommended when traveling between Columbian cities to fly, rather than use the roadways, for your personal safety. There are many convenient airports in Columbia.Related Article : Caribbean vibe in Cartagena – Cartagena, Colombia