LUGARES MÁGICOS PARA VISITAR EN COLOMBIA ESTE 2017
Playas paradisiacas, naturaleza virgen, aventura, pueblos
patrimonio, selva, montaña, desiertos y nevados. Colombia es un país bendecido por la naturaleza, donde los
viajeros pueden encontrar de todo en un mismo destino.
La Guajira, entre el desierto y el mar
Imaginen el desierto, con sus arenas anaranjadas y tostadas, pero con el mar Caribe de fondo. Ese es uno de los paisajes con los que La Guajira sorprende a los viajeros, en lugares como las Dunas de Taroa, el Cabo de la Vela y Punta Gallinas.
Nuquí: selva, mar y ballenas
Nuquí, en el departamento de Chocó, es un paraíso salvaje en el
Pacífico colombiano. En un solo lugar, los visitantes pueden disfrutar de la
selva tupida y de las aguas verdes y las olas poderosas del océano Pacífico.
El pulmón del mundo: Amazonas
Un lugar de una belleza natural única, salvaje, donde la
naturaleza exuberante lo gobierna todo. Un lugar donde los viajeros se
desconectan de la vida moderna y se dejan atrapar por la magia poderosa de la
selva.
Triganá, un paraíso chocoano entre la selva y el mar
Triganá es un destino exuberante. Bien lo deja claro, a primera
vista, el contraste entre el azul del mar y el verdor de la selva.
Es un
corregimiento del municipio de Acandí, que pertenece al departamento del Chocó,
en el golfo de Urabá. Está bañado por el mar Caribe y lo escolta la espesa
selva del Darién, el segundo pulmón de América.
Caño Cristales, el río más bello del mundo
El río donde el arcoíris se derritió… el rio más bello del
mundo. Así conocen a Caño Cristales, sin duda uno de los lugares más bellos y
asombrosos del país, dueño de un río de aguas cristalinas que se pinta de cinco
colores.
jueves, 28 de enero de 2016
Best places to visit in Colombia, South America
Colombia is a fascinating country full of expansive historical and
cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes and great culinary offerings.
Colombia is located on the northwestern corner of South America. In
addition to modern cities, colonial charm and a diverse and vibrant culture,
the nation boasts spectacular natural beauty – the Andes mountains, the Amazon
rain forest, beautiful coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean
Sea, and the La Guajira Desert.
From its beautiful beaches to its bustling cities, Colombia has been
“rediscovered” and is one of the Americas' hot new tourist destinations, with
more than 4 million people visiting the country in 2014. In the last decade,
the number of foreign tourists traveling to Colombia has increased at a rate
four times higher than the world average.
Thanks to its privileged location on the
continent and its geography, Colombia offers visitors incredible biodiversity
in its 53 natural parks and protected areas, and various cultural and regional
identities that make visitors want to return to never leave the country.
The coolest Places to visit in Colombia
San Andres y Providencia
San Andres Colombia is one of the hotspots when visiting Colombia. The
coral island of San Andres is a diverse ecosystem of reefs, geysers, groves,
and cays. Needless to say, it’s perfect for diving, snorkeling, and outdoor
exploring. This paradise has multicolored warm waters and 12 mangrove forests,
and the beach cedars of Johnny Cay are like natural condos for beach birds.
Keep an eye out for overlooked pirate treasure at Morgan’s Cave before chowing
down on rondón, a signature Caribbean dish of fish, pork, conch, plantain and
coconut milk.
Cartagena de Indias
On the Caribbean coast, offers visitors the chance to explore some of the region’s most historical structures. The “Walled City” – a UNESCO World Heritage site – includes countless examples of Spanish colonial architecture from the colorful, pastel-painted homes to incredible cathedrals and luxurious hotels.
Cartagena has all of the charm of Spanish colonial architecture and the attraction of an intense nightlife, several cultural festivals, exotic scenery, superb beaches, wonderful food and a wide variety of hotels for tourists.
Tayrona National Park, Santa Marta
Santa Marta is South America's oldest city . The Caribbean sea and
snow make Santa Marta a difficult place to forget. The city is located on the
shores of the Bay of Santa Marta on the Caribbean Sea.
The oldest city in Colombia, romantic Santa Marta is fringed by
beautiful beaches and the stunning mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa
Marta range. Ancient ruins take cover in the lush mangrove forests of Tayrona
National Park, the perfect spot for a day hike. Snorkel along vibrant reefs,
then make your way to a café for a multicultural meal that incorporates the
flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. When the sun goes down, the
nightlife kicks up its heels in the bars and discos of the Parque de Los Novios.
Parque Nacional del Chicamocha - The Chicamocha Canyon
The Park has the longest cable car system in Latin America; its 4 miles
cross the majestic Chicamocha Canyon connecting the Aratoca and Santos
municipalities. Within the park you will find activities that include
ziplining, buggies , extreme swings, a skating rink, "chiva"
trucks, an ostrich park, paragliding, and a vast array of the typical cuisine
and crafts from the region of Santander.
Caño Cristales
A unique biological wonder, Caño Cristales has been referred as the
"river of five colors," "the river that ran away from
paradise," and "the most beautiful river in the world."
Just east of the Andes, central Colombia’s Caño Cristales is a river
like no other. Reaching 100km long and sometimes called the “Liquid Rainbow”,
Caño Cristales runs during certain months of the year (June to December) with
shades of red, blue, yellow, orange and green in a vibrant natural display that
happens nowhere else on Earth
The Colombian coffee Region -
CoffeeTriangle
The Coffee Zone is considered by many travellers to be the most
beautiful region of the country, with its mild spring-like climate year round,
friendly people and breathtaking natural beauty. The people in the region have
a unique laid back charm, the hustle and bustle of the big cities is readily
forgotten, hospitality and friendship take on a new meaning, there is always
time for a coffee, or a beer and a chat.
During this short trip to Colombia's
coffee region, you will stay at a coffee hacienda where you will learn about
the whole coffee process and have the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular
landscape of this region adorned by its astonishing mountains, coffee
plantations and valleys declared World Heritage Sites by Unesco.
miércoles, 27 de enero de 2016
COUNTRIES TO VISIT IN SOUTH AMERICA countries overview
Argentina
Is the world’s eighth largest country and one of the most popular places to
visit in South America – whether you are backpacking the continent or just on a
short, budget holiday. From the café culture of Buenos Aires to the natural
beauty of the Iguazu Waterfalls and the Perito Moreno glacier, Argentina has
something to offer visitors of all kinds. Some of the world’s most dramatic
scenery can be found here in the Patagonian Stepp, the Andes, and the lush Lake
District. It is also often viewed as the most cosmopolitan and European country
in the region. Take your time exploring – the vast landscape takes time to get
to and is worth all the distractions you’ll find along the way
Brasil
Brazilians often say they live in a continent rather than a country. It’s an
excusable exaggeration. The landmass is bigger than the United States if you
exclude Alaska; the journey from Recife in the east to the western border with
Peru is longer than that from London to Moscow, and the distance between the
northern and southern borders is about the same as that between New York and
Los Angeles. Brazil has no mountains to compare with its Andean neighbours, but
in every other respect it has all the scenic – and cultural – variety you would
expect from so vast a country.
Colombia
Home to a traumatic but rich history, stunning scenery and some of
the continent’s most welcoming and sophisticated people, Colombia is a natural
draw for travellers to South America. Despite its four-decade-long civil war
and reputation for violence, improved security conditions have led to a sharp
increase in tourism. Foreigners and Colombians alike are now far more able to
explore this thrilling paradise of cloudforested mountains, palm-fringed
beaches and gorgeous colonial cities. The only country in South America to
border both the Pacific and the Caribbean, Colombia offers a huge range of
ecosystems, from the Amazon rainforest near Leticia to the snowcapped mountains
of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the tropical islands of San Andrés and
Providencia.
Soaring Andean summits, unspoiled Caribbean coast, enigmatic
Amazon jungle, cryptic archaeological ruins and cobbled colonial communities.
Colombia boasts all of South America's allure, and more.
Peru
Offers you the opportunity to awaken dreams pending, connecting with oneself
and into its history. Browse the current and modern Peru to meet its varied
cuisine, entertainment and art. You can also discover stunning scenery and
places to experience a time of pleasure and tranquility. Explore flora and
fauna with its many natural resources.
Chile
Is a country of startling contrasts and extreme beauty, with attractions
ranging from the towering volcanic peaks of the Andes to the ancient forests of
the Lake District. There are a multitude of very good parks here, and plenty of
opportunities for fine adventure travel. Chile is justly famous as the location
of Torres del Paine, considered by many to be the finest nature travel
destinations in all of South America.
Ecuador
Sitting on the equator between Colombia and Peru, Ecuador may be the smallest
Andean nation but it’s packed with the most startling contrasts of scenery.
With its astounding biodiversity, impressive historical legacy, stunning
colonial architecture, bustling highland markets and diverse mix of people –
blacks, whites, indigenous and mestizo – it’s easy to see why this friendly and
exotic destination is regarded as a microcosm of South America. From the icy
pinnacles of Chimborazo, to the tropical forests of vast reserves like Parque
Nacional Yasuní, to the palm-fringed beaches of the Pacific coast, Ecuador hums
with life – all within easy reach of Quito, its jewel of a capital.
Bolivia
With its ice-capped Andean peaks, crystalline lagoons, rugged lowlands,
Amazonian rainforest, terraced valleys and windswept altiplano, landlocked
Bolivia is a virtual showcase of South America’s most dramatic landscapes.
Its iconic sights include Lake Titicaca, spiritual home of the Inca creation
myth and highest navigable lake in the world; the Salar de Uyuni, highest and
largest salt lake on earth; and La Paz, the world’s highest de facto capital.
The panorama of the city’s ramshackle roofs sprawled across the basin beneath
the mighty Mt Illampú is surely one of the most awesome views in the Americas.
Venezuela
Is home to the world's highest waterfall, Angel Falls and the second longest
river in South America, the Orinoco. It also has the longest coastline on the
Caribbean sea.
Spectacular Venezuela, home to some of South America's most incredible
landscapes, rightly has a terrible image problem at the moment. Hyperinflation
has led to a dramatic drop in living standards and issues with the supply of
basic goods, while personal safety, particularly in Caracas, is worse than
anywhere else on the continent. And yet, visiting Venezuela is both possible
and remarkably cheap, with dollars instantly making even backpackers feel
wealthy. Safety is a serious concern, of course, but sensibly managed it should
be no deterrent to a trip.