Bogotá is the capital of Colombia, located in the center of the country on a vast plateau in the Andes at 2,600 meters above sea level. It has a population of nearly eight million people from all over the world. It is a city that reflects the cultural diversity of Colombia, being the most important cultural center in the country and a place rich in sites to visit and activities to do. Declared World Book Capital by UNESCO and Ibero-American Capital of Culture by UCCI, Bogotá has become one of the most important cities on the continent, with large green public spaces, squares, modern streets, and avenues. Bogotá is a city of permanent art exhibitions from all eras, religious, scientific, and technological museums, as well as many interactive spaces.
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Day 3 — Bogota → Villa de Leyva
Villa de Leyva is located about 200 km from Bogotá and at an altitude of 2140 meters above sea level. It is a fascinating place, rich in history and colonial architecture, which should be experienced by walking through it. It is one of the oldest villages in Colombia and seems frozen in time with its majestic and suggestive Plaza Mayor.
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Day 4 — Villa de Leyva → Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena is rich in culture, history, charm, and mystery. Cartagena is an open-air jewel, and in every corner, you can breathe history and poetry, especially in the old city, full of pastel-colored palaces and balconies and window cornices in bright white. Not to be missed are the Fortress of San Felipe, the Monastery of San Pedro Claver, and the Monastery of La Popa, from where you can admire a beautiful panorama. Among the best museums to visit are the Naval Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Gold Museum with many pre-colonial artifacts. The nightlife is very lively thanks to its numerous bars, pubs, nightclubs, restaurants, and cafes.
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Day 7 — Cartagena de Indias → Medellin
Medellin is the capital of the Antioquia region, located in a valley surrounded by majestic mountains, and is the second most important city in Colombia. Nicknamed the "city of eternal spring" for its consistently mild temperatures, it is one of the most dynamic and entrepreneurial cities in South America. The paisas or antioqueños, as the inhabitants of this region are called, have gained a solid reputation as enterprising, kind, hospitable, and successful business people. Medellin is a city where there is a perfect fusion between ancient traditions and modernity.
