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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!
© 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.
© Photograph by Aleteia.org
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 Evensite.com
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.
© Photograph by Ventour
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.
© Photograph by Tu Chiva
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 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!
© Photograph by FrancasParrilladas.com
Colombian recipes for Christmas and New Year’s: pernil de cerdo
There are many Colombian recipes for Christmas and New Year’s, Pernil de Cerdo (roasted pork leg) is definitely one of the best ones. Don’t forget to try it!
© Photograph by José F. Machado
El Virrey Park: a shot of green and fresh air in Bogotá
When you live in a big city like Bogotá, it’s always nice to find a good green spot to relax and enjoy. El Virrey Park is here to steal your heart!
© Photograph by picjumbo.com from Pexels
Top Colombian music artists you need to know about! Part I
Prepare yourself because we’re about to embark on a musical journey like no other. Introducing some of the top Colombian musical artists, the show begins!
© Photograph by Travail on Instagram
Find the ideal part-time job in Bogotá with Travail App
f you are in Bogotá and you want to work a bit and earn some money (whether you are studying or traveling) Travail is the perfect app to use!
© Photograph by facnycrave.com on Pexels
Best rock climbing and bouldering gyms in Bogotá to conquer
Rock climbing has to be one of the most enjoyable sports! If you fancy a couple of hours of indoor fun, here are the best rock climbing gyms in Bogotá.
© Photograph by José Machado
Popular words and expressions in Bogotá: second edition!
Language is a pretty essential and fun way to learn and understand a culture! So, here is the second edition of popular words and expressions in Bogotá!
© Photograph by Bazurto Social Club on Facebook
Dancing Colombian champeta: a movement of freedom and joy!
Among the hundreds of dance styles we have the pleasure to enjoy in Colombia, champeta is for sure one of the most fun, interesting, and flamboyant ones!
© Photograph by http://elfutboldecesar.blogspot.com
Reinventing Colombian salsa with salsa choke dance style!
Music is always evolving and in Colombia, it’s no exception! Salsa choke has taken over the Colombian salsa scene and is the dance everyone wants to learn!
© Photograph by https://festivalvallenato.com/
Colombian vallenato: the music that inspires thousands
Meaning “music of the valley,” Colombians are extremely fond of vallenato as it’s a form of folk music and dance, born in the country. Come and experience it!
© Photograph by http://www.radiorebelde.cu
Have fun and experience Bogotá’s dancing scene with Merengue
Colombians wouldn’t be as joyful as they are without some amazing dance styles to swing their hips and move their feet; merengue is one of them!
© Photograph by https://www.elsiglodetorreon.com.mx
Dance like there’s no tomorrow with reggaeton in Bogotá!
Reggaeton is every Colombian’s guilty pleasure and in Bogotá, it’s extremely popular and you can dance and sing to it anywhere!
© Photograph by http://socialdancecommunity.com
Bachata in Bogotá: a Latin American rhythm to experience!
When coming to Bogotá, be ready to experience and dance a Latin American rhythm that's part of our culture and will make you "fall in love": bachata!
© Photograph by https://travelandleisure.mx
Time to move your feet with some Colombian dance styles!
Dancing is more than entertainment; it’s a way of life! Time to get up from your chair and move your feet to some Colombian dance styles!
© Photograph by Sofía Machado
Discover Bogotá’s history with these myths and stories!
It's one thing to learn about Bogotá history from a book, and it's another to learn about it from the myths and stories passed down from generation to generation.