Places Of Interest In Colombia
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For many years Colombia was facing serious armed conflict within the confines of its borders, and this has dramatically reduced the number of people who come to visit the country. |
The three organizations are Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, National Liberation Army and the United Self Defense Forces of Colombia. These three organizations have been responsible for killing more than 3,500 people since 2002.Some of the most popular places of interests in Colombia can be freely visit without any fear. The historic district of Bogota known as Candelaria is a popular place that all visiting tourists go to see. Of course, you can visit the numerous museums and restaurants that offer lip smacking fare. Who can forget the beautiful beaches of Categena or the colonial towns in Santa Fe de Antioquia, Popayan, Villa de Leyva and Santa Cruz de Mompox.
Some of the other attractions of Colombia are the annual Medellin Festival of Flowers, the Carnival of Blacks and Whites in Pasto, the Barranquilla Carnival and the Ibero-American Theater Festival held in Bogota.
In addition, Colombia has realized the importance of ecotourism, and is promoting it in a big way. Tayrona National Natural Park in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range and Cabo de la Vela in Guajira Peninsula and the Tatacoa Desert are touted as some of the most interesting ecotourism sights in the country.
Medellin, also known as the City of Eternal Sprin, is the home to a booming textile industry. In addition, you can also visit the museum to see the world famous art works of Fernando Botero, who was a renowned painter born in this city.
If you are looking for wildlife, you should definitely visit Isla Gorgona. It was earlier a prison, but has now been converted to a nature reserve. It is home to monkeys, snakes, sea turtles and whales. In addition, it has many spots where you can go scuba diving to enjoy the breathtaking flora and fauna under water.
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