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Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Colombia with Año Viejo!
Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Colombia with Año Viejo is one of the most traditional ways of saying goodbye to the past year and hello to a new beginning!
© Photograph by allevents.in
New Year’s Eve in Bogotá: have fun with traditional agüeros
Want to make something happen in the upcoming year? In New Year’s Eve in Bogotá, don’t forget to try some traditional agüeros to have fun and luck!
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The Holy Innocents Day: Colombian April Fools’ Day
Replacing sugar for salt, changing the clocks, and putting notes on someones back are some of the most common jokes we use to celebrate the Holy Innocents Day. This day…
© Photograph by César Puertas
Christmas and New Year’s traditions in Bogotá: aguinaldos
Aguinaldos is the best way to have fun during Christmas and New Year in Bogotá. And it can be played anytime, anywhere.
© Photograph by Parroquia Guadalupana
Colombian Christmas traditions: Niño Dios vs. Santa Claus
Founded in Catholicism, every Christmas Eve, Colombian kids patiently wait for El Niño Dios (God Child or Baby Jesus) to deliver the presents under the tree.
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The sound of music: Colombian Christmas instruments to play
Be prepared to deliver the most wonderful concerts and make some noise with the coolest Colombian Christmas instruments you’ll find during the holidays!
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
Villancicos: Colombian Christmas songs to listen to in December
If you spend Christmas time in Bogotá, you will have to listen to (and sing) Colombian Christmas songs called villancicos.
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz Méndez
Novenas: best way to eat, pray, love (& sing) on Christmas
Novenas are Christmas gatherings that are very popular in Colombia. There, people eat, pray, sing and share with their beloved ones.
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Best Christmas lights in Bogotá, Colombia: “Ruta Navideña”
In this article, you'll have a look at some of the best places to go and see the most beautiful, best Christmas lights in Bogotá, as well as some events.
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Colombian Christmas food: top five you have to try in December
The traditional Colombian Christmas food in Bogotá is so delicious that you won’t be able to get enough. Buñuelo, natilla, and torta negra are some of them!
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Christmas activities in Bogotá: strolling the ciclovía nocturna
Of all the amazing things that the city offers, the Cicolvía Nocturna (or night bikeway) is definitely one of the best Christmas activities in Bogotá.
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Christmas lights in Bogotá and its surroundings: visit Boyacá
Christmas lights in Bogotá and its surroundings are the perfect excuse to take a night excursion and feel like you’re in a fairytale.
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Ride a chiva in Bogotá at Christmas or New Year’s
Ever been on a bus without windows, loud music, and people dancing while it’s on the move? Ride a Chiva in Bogotá during Christmas and New Year’s!
© Photograph by Pichiko Photography
Day of the Little Candles: a Colombian Christmas tradition
Día de las Velitas is a Colombian Christmas tradition celebrated on December 7th, which represents the beginning of Christmas. It's a holiday that you cannot miss in Bogotá.
© Photograph 2017 by Rachel Arrieta
Christmas in Bogotá: the expat’s guide on how to prepare for it
If you want to celebrate like a true Colombian and you’ll be spending Christmas in Bogotá, follow these steps and get ready for an epic holiday season!
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Bogotá Christmas lights: an experience to remember
Bogotá is a Christmas lights show in December that you have to see at least once in your life, is full of decorations and activities you don´t want to miss!
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Gringo Tuesdays: language exchange and party in Bogotá
If you are in Bogotá and looking to meet cool people while practicing Spanish, look no further! Gringo Tuesdays is your answer!
© Photograph by Fadaisesart
Art classes in Bogotá: an experience of social immersion
These art classes in Bogotá are a social immersion and a new painting experience affordable and open to everyone in the city!
@Photo by Lisa Marie Ramirez
One day in Bogotá: explore the museums and street art
Don´t miss exploring the biggest city in Colombia. If you have only one day in Bogota, you can still find many things to do and have a full rolo experience!
© Photograph by @priscilladupreez on Unsplash
Where to study Spanish in Bogotá (university edition)
Do you want to learn Spanish and live as a college student in Bogota? Do you want to certify your proficiency in Spanish? Find out where to do it here!
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Speak like a local with our dictionary of Colombian slang
Interacting with locals is the only way to become fluent in a language, and for that, you must know the slang. This is our dictionary of Colombian slang!
© Photograph by Joanna Ruiz
Bogotá from a foreigner’s point of view is even prettier (part II)
Foreigners love living in Bogotá. Its streets, its weather, and its people are so magical that many migrants have fallen hard for the city!
© Photograph by José F. Machado
5 Beautiful churches in Bogotá that are worth visiting
For building lovers, Bogotá is a treat for the eyes and senses. Here are some of the best and most beautiful churches in Bogotá that are worth visiting.
© Photograph by saberycomer.com
Colombian recipes for Christmas and New Year’s: torta negra
There are many Colombian recipes for Christmas and New Year’s, but torta negra (black cake) is definitely one of the best ones. Don’t forget to try it!