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Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

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This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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For other things / Para otros asuntos

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

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Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n
\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

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hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

sales@colture.co

For other things / Para otros asuntos

hello@colture.co

Whee Institute + Colture

Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

Colture is a project to show places from a happiness perspective.

We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

Join our community, comment and share!!

Do you want to advertise in our newspaper? /¿Quiere publicar su anuncio en nuestro periódico?

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hello@colture.co

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Learn Spanish in Bogotá

Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
Fastest growing spanish School in Colombia

Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want highlight and bring together all the amazing things from the places that are dear to us!

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you a local business? Get in contact with us to be featured on our website!<\/a><\/p>\n","post_title":"How to use the main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a navigation guide","post_excerpt":"Use these main streets in Bogot\u00e1 as a built-in GPS to avoid getting lost and make getting around the city a breeze! Become in a local with these info!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"main-streets-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:54:46","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:54:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1057","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_23"};

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn Spanish in Colombia
Rated 5 out of 5
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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does Bogot\u00e1 seem like an easy city to navigate?  Tell me in the comments below and be sure to follow my articles on colture.com!  Just can\u2019t get enough?  Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Colture - See places through the happiness glasses

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\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Was this article useful? Do you know more tips to live in Bogot\u00e1? Or maybe an experience you would like to share? Please visit our homepage Colture and take a look at my articles and many others to find more essential information about Bogot\u00e1 before or during your trip.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Time managing in Bogot\u00e1: how to organize your day here","post_excerpt":"There are some tips about time managing in Bogot\u00e1 that, as a local, I can recommend to have the best experience here. Continue reading!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"time-managing-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-23 16:47:24","post_modified_gmt":"2019-09-23 21:47:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1048","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1034,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2018-10-10 13:00:55","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-10 18:00:55","post_content":"\n

Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Was this article useful? Do you know more tips to live in Bogot\u00e1? Or maybe an experience you would like to share? Please visit our homepage Colture and take a look at my articles and many others to find more essential information about Bogot\u00e1 before or during your trip.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Time managing in Bogot\u00e1: how to organize your day here","post_excerpt":"There are some tips about time managing in Bogot\u00e1 that, as a local, I can recommend to have the best experience here. Continue reading!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"time-managing-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-23 16:47:24","post_modified_gmt":"2019-09-23 21:47:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1048","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1034,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2018-10-10 13:00:55","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-10 18:00:55","post_content":"\n

Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Grouping your activities<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Was this article useful? Do you know more tips to live in Bogot\u00e1? Or maybe an experience you would like to share? Please visit our homepage Colture and take a look at my articles and many others to find more essential information about Bogot\u00e1 before or during your trip.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Time managing in Bogot\u00e1: how to organize your day here","post_excerpt":"There are some tips about time managing in Bogot\u00e1 that, as a local, I can recommend to have the best experience here. Continue reading!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"time-managing-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-23 16:47:24","post_modified_gmt":"2019-09-23 21:47:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1048","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1034,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2018-10-10 13:00:55","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-10 18:00:55","post_content":"\n

Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are two essential things to know when living in Bogot\u00e1: one, that it\u2019s a huge city, and two, that it has daily high <\/em>traffic, especially during rush hour. So if you move around by car, Uber or taxi (read our article Tips for Taking a Taxi in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), you are probably going to spend a good amount of time getting from one place to another. Walking or bicycling is a good choice, but many times you\u2019ll be going somewhere that is probably far away from your home. The best thing to do is to organize an agenda taking into account all of the activities you are doing, where, and how are you planning to arrive. This way, you\u2019ll know if you can manage to do it all.\n\nI recommend allowing an hour to move around, meaning that if you have a class or a certain appointment, or if\nyou need to arrive at your office, let\u2019s say, at 8 am, then it\u2019s best if you leave by 7:00. Give yourself the necessary time so you don\u2019t stress out moving around (read our article A Locals Guide to Navigating Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). Organize your agenda for the day taking this into account and you\u2019ll realize that you can probably do everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grouping your activities<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Was this article useful? Do you know more tips to live in Bogot\u00e1? Or maybe an experience you would like to share? Please visit our homepage Colture and take a look at my articles and many others to find more essential information about Bogot\u00e1 before or during your trip.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Time managing in Bogot\u00e1: how to organize your day here","post_excerpt":"There are some tips about time managing in Bogot\u00e1 that, as a local, I can recommend to have the best experience here. Continue reading!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"time-managing-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-23 16:47:24","post_modified_gmt":"2019-09-23 21:47:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1048","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1034,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2018-10-10 13:00:55","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-10 18:00:55","post_content":"\n

Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Organize an agenda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two essential things to know when living in Bogot\u00e1: one, that it\u2019s a huge city, and two, that it has daily high <\/em>traffic, especially during rush hour. So if you move around by car, Uber or taxi (read our article Tips for Taking a Taxi in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), you are probably going to spend a good amount of time getting from one place to another. Walking or bicycling is a good choice, but many times you\u2019ll be going somewhere that is probably far away from your home. The best thing to do is to organize an agenda taking into account all of the activities you are doing, where, and how are you planning to arrive. This way, you\u2019ll know if you can manage to do it all.\n\nI recommend allowing an hour to move around, meaning that if you have a class or a certain appointment, or if\nyou need to arrive at your office, let\u2019s say, at 8 am, then it\u2019s best if you leave by 7:00. Give yourself the necessary time so you don\u2019t stress out moving around (read our article A Locals Guide to Navigating Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). Organize your agenda for the day taking this into account and you\u2019ll realize that you can probably do everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grouping your activities<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Living in a city like Bogot\u00e1 is exciting, you\u2019ll never get bored, but it\u2019s also a sprawling capital that can stress you out easily if you let its grandeur take over. For me, it is essential that you manage your time well on a daily basis so you know how many things you can do, how much time will it take, etc. By this, I don\u2019t mean that you have to have everything planned every day, but in\u00a0Bogot\u00e1, it is important to have a sense of time and organization, so you can do everything you need\/want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organize an agenda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two essential things to know when living in Bogot\u00e1: one, that it\u2019s a huge city, and two, that it has daily high <\/em>traffic, especially during rush hour. So if you move around by car, Uber or taxi (read our article Tips for Taking a Taxi in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), you are probably going to spend a good amount of time getting from one place to another. Walking or bicycling is a good choice, but many times you\u2019ll be going somewhere that is probably far away from your home. The best thing to do is to organize an agenda taking into account all of the activities you are doing, where, and how are you planning to arrive. This way, you\u2019ll know if you can manage to do it all.\n\nI recommend allowing an hour to move around, meaning that if you have a class or a certain appointment, or if\nyou need to arrive at your office, let\u2019s say, at 8 am, then it\u2019s best if you leave by 7:00. Give yourself the necessary time so you don\u2019t stress out moving around (read our article A Locals Guide to Navigating Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). Organize your agenda for the day taking this into account and you\u2019ll realize that you can probably do everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grouping your activities<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 <\/a>can be quite overwhelming, but it\u2019s also a big city where you can find millions of things to do and enjoy and places to go. There are some tips that, as a local, I can recommend so you have the best experience here. In this article, I will explain how to organize your time on a daily basis if you are planning a long-term stay in Bogot\u00e1.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in a city like Bogot\u00e1 is exciting, you\u2019ll never get bored, but it\u2019s also a sprawling capital that can stress you out easily if you let its grandeur take over. For me, it is essential that you manage your time well on a daily basis so you know how many things you can do, how much time will it take, etc. By this, I don\u2019t mean that you have to have everything planned every day, but in\u00a0Bogot\u00e1, it is important to have a sense of time and organization, so you can do everything you need\/want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organize an agenda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two essential things to know when living in Bogot\u00e1: one, that it\u2019s a huge city, and two, that it has daily high <\/em>traffic, especially during rush hour. So if you move around by car, Uber or taxi (read our article Tips for Taking a Taxi in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), you are probably going to spend a good amount of time getting from one place to another. Walking or bicycling is a good choice, but many times you\u2019ll be going somewhere that is probably far away from your home. The best thing to do is to organize an agenda taking into account all of the activities you are doing, where, and how are you planning to arrive. This way, you\u2019ll know if you can manage to do it all.\n\nI recommend allowing an hour to move around, meaning that if you have a class or a certain appointment, or if\nyou need to arrive at your office, let\u2019s say, at 8 am, then it\u2019s best if you leave by 7:00. Give yourself the necessary time so you don\u2019t stress out moving around (read our article A Locals Guide to Navigating Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). Organize your agenda for the day taking this into account and you\u2019ll realize that you can probably do everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grouping your activities<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Bogot\u00e1, grouping activities according to their location is a great idea. Meaning that, for example, if you are living on the northwest part of the city and you need to go the center, then take advantage and do other things you\nwant\/need to do around there. This way, you\u2019ll only need to go and come once.\n\nYou\u2019ll save the cost of transportation and time. Plus, Bogot\u00e1 has tons of different and interesting things to do. In every locality there would be something special waiting for you (read our article Bogot\u00e1: all you need to know<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orientation<\/strong><\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, addresses in Bogot\u00e1 might seem confusing, but actually, it\u2019s pretty easy to orient yourself in the city. It's organized by a grid system of calles (streets) that run east to west and carreras (avenues) that run north to south.\nKnowing this will save you a considerable amount of time because every single address is the intersection of a calle and a carrera.\n\nTell your taxi driver, \u201cI\u2019m going to Calle 55 con Carrera 28\u201d and he will understand it perfectly. And if you ever get lost in Bogot\u00e1, just look east. The mountains are always there to guide your way (read our article Getting<\/a>\nLost in Bogot\u00e1: How to Use the Main Streets as a GPS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are taking public transportation, like the Transmilenio or another bus (read our article Basics for Transportation in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>), search for the number of the route before you go out and see how you can get where you need to be. By doing this, you save time and avoid getting lost, and therefore, don\u2019t stress out trying to get somewhere on time (take a look at this article Apps to help you get around Bogot\u00e1<\/a>). If you want to rent a bike to move around, a great option in Baja Bikes, the biggest world-wide bike tours operator; click here<\/a> to book. It costs around $3.50 USD per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in Bogot\u00e1 is a challenge. Take into account how the city works and how you can manage your time and your activities. Remember that time is the biggest treasure we have nowadays, so organizing yourself will allow you to enjoy every single thing of this amazing and crazy paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bogot\u00e1 is the capital of Colombia and is located in the center of the country on a high plateau known as the \u201cSabana de Bogot\u00e1\u201d (Bogot\u00e1 Savanna), part of the \u201cAltiplano Cundiboyacense.\u201d It sits at an altitude of approximately 2.600 meters above the sea level in the \u201cCordillera Oriental\u201d (Eastern mountain range) of the \u201cCordillera de los Andes.\u201d All of these characteristics of Bogot\u00e1 produce 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eastern Mountain Range\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you already know, Bogota has the \"Cerros Orientales\" (Eastern mountain range, oriental\u00a0is the same as East) and this means that while you are walking, driving a car,\u00a0sitting on the backseat of a cab or sometimes even from the window of your apartment,\u00a0you can see all of those beautiful mountains almost all the time. In my case, I\u00a0love to take pictures while I am walking because this is an amazing landscape\u00a0that you cannot see in every city. Likewise, if you like to workout, you would\u00a0probably like to walk, run or ride a bike (see: How to Rent a Bike in Bogot\u00e1?<\/a>) up those mountains. However, if you do not like to exercise, you can see the city from the top of some of the hills that are called\u00a0'Monserrate' and 'Guadalupe' and trust me you will get stunning views of the\u00a0whole city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Bogot\u00e1 is flat like a pancake because it is located in the \u201c<\/strong>Altiplano cundiboyacense\u201d <\/strong>(Cundiboyacense Upland) and this is why the city is so flat. You do not have to walk up and down hills, it is perfect for bike-riding, walking or running. In my opinion, the city seems more organized, facilitates the construction of bridges and buildings, generates easy access to pedestrians and cyclists and also reduces the consumption of gasoline because you do not have to drive on big hills. Furthermore, Bogot\u00e1 is a city that is continuously\ngrowing and growing.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cool Weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The capital has the perfect climate, the weather of the subtropical upland. This makes the weather of the city unpredictable, for you could wake up and see that the morning is sunny, but then while you are doing a walking tour (see: \u201cThe most Incredible Walking tours in Bogota<\/a>\u201d) it could be raining (I always carry an umbrella in my bag just in case). At night, it will probably be a little bit cold. Moreover, the temperature can vary over the year from 6-20 \u00b0 C (43-68 \u00b0 F) and that is pretty cool because that means you do not need to buy clothes for every season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another good thing is that in Bogot\u00e1, you do not need to have an air conditioner or heater due to the weather; you just need a jacket. If you want to know more, have a look at \"Weather in Bogot\u00e1: How to prepare for it<\/a>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1 Gastronomy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to the \"Cordillera de Los Andes\" (Andes Mountains), incredible and delicious types of potato can be cultivated. They are called \"Criolla, Sabanera, Pastusa\" and they are different sizes, colors, and tastes. Thanks to these 3 types of potato, one of the most typical, delightful and actually my favorite food in Bogota can be prepared. It is called \"Ajiaco,\" and trust me, you should try it because the taste is inexpressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, because of the moderately cold nights, the people from Bogota are used to drinking , famous sweet and hot beverages\u00a0<\/a>\"Agua de panela\" (sugar cane water) and \"Chocolate Santafere\u00f1o\" (Santafere\u00f1o Hot Chocolate). Almost every time we put cheese in those hot drinks (I know it sounds weird, doesn\u2019t it?) You should try it and then let me know what you think. If you want to know more about the delicious food that you should try in Bogot\u00e1 check out: \u201cFoods you must try in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Location and People<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogota has a strategic location in the center of the Americas and a well-connected airport (See: Tips for your arrival to El Dorado airport in Bogot\u00e1<\/a>) with several daily flights to all major cities in the Americas. For example, it\u2019s about 6 hours by plane from the main cities like New York,\u00a0 Mexico City, and Sao Paulo and this is amazing because you can find direct flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you can easily find in-country flights and buses as well, as they will take you to other amazing cities, villages, and islands within the country. Due to its strategic position and air connections, many companies have chosen Bogot\u00e1 for their regional headquarters, shared service centers and logistics hubs to serve Latin America.\n\nTherefore, Bogot\u00e1 is a very multicultural city and I, like that because you can work, study and hang out with people from all over the world! It\u2019s an amazing vibe that I can\u2019t describe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, those were my 4\u00a0reasons of why Bogot\u00e1's location is one of the best. If you can think of more\u00a0reasons, do not hesitate to write them down in the comments. Thank you for\u00a0reading my articles and be sure to subscribe to continue reading them! Don\u2019t be\u00a0afraid to explore around our website<\/a>, it has a lot of interesting articles and\u00a0topics that probably you are looking for!<\/p>\n","post_title":"Bogot\u00e1\u2019s location: where is it and why it is one of the best!","post_excerpt":"Do you know where Bogot\u00e1 is located? Here I\u00b4ll give you 4 reasons why the location of this beautiful capital is the best.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"bogota-location-why-best","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-08-16 09:59:45","post_modified_gmt":"2019-08-16 14:59:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=1034","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1057,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-10-08 13:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-08 18:00:51","post_content":"\n

Lost in Bogot\u00e1?  Google Maps isn\u2019t working?  For as huge as the city is, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to determine where you are and which direction you\u2019re heading.  Bogot\u00e1 is made up of a grid-style system of hundreds of calles <\/em>and carreras<\/em>, but knowing the main ones can help you orient yourself and figure out the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bogot\u00e1\u2019s calles <\/em>run east-west and the carreras <\/em>run north-south (not perfectly, but that\u2019s the general orientation).\u00a0 The best piece of advice I was given upon first arriving to the city is to look and see where the mountains are (Monserrate<\/a>, the big white church, sits on top of one of them).\u00a0 These mountains make up part of the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, or the Eastern hills of the Andes Mountains, and border the entire east side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 They\u2019re the easiest point of reference because they\u2019re so big you can see them from anywhere in the city.\u00a0 Going towards these mountains, the\u00a0carrera <\/em>numbers become smaller.\u00a0 Heading south, the calle <\/em>numbers become smaller (unless you are already in the south of the city, which starts at Calle 1 Sur <\/em>and goes up from there as you head even farther south).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a landmark like the mountain range and the numbered streets, you can always determine approximately where you are and where you want to go.\u00a0 That being said, there are a few specific roads in Bogot\u00e1 worth knowing that make it even easier.\u00a0 The Transmilenio<\/a> buses run predominantly and frequently on the following streets (as they tend to be wider and can accommodate more buses), so if you\u2019re looking for public transportation, it won\u2019t be hard.\u00a0 You can also use one of these apps<\/a> to help you out as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 2018 Photograph by Google Maps and Rachel Arrieta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carrera S\u00e9ptima (Carrera 7)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming in from the north just outside of Bogot\u00e1 as an inter-municipal highway, once it enters the city, it becomes Carrera 7<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s the easternmost highway in Bogot\u00e1 until Calle 92<\/em>, where it continues south and becomes more of a street.\u00a0 It gets narrower, especially as it approaches the neighborhood of La Candelaria<\/a>, where upon reaching Calle 19<\/em>, it temporarily becomes a pedestrian only walkway until it passes Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/em>.\u00a0 By this point, it\u2019s no longer a main street as it disappears and merges with other streets in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Mexican and Canadian Embassies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Usaqu\u00e9n<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chic\u00f3<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A few luxury hotels: Hilton<\/a>,Four\u00a0Seasons<\/a>,Marriott<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana<\/a> (a private Catholic university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Torre Colpatria (a landmark that is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the city)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Museo Nacional<\/a> (the National Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MAMBO<\/a> (Bogot\u00e1 Museum of Modern Art)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Museo del Oro<\/a> (the Gold Museum)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Plaza de Bol\u00edvar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autopista Norte <\/em><\/strong>(North Highway)\/Avenida Caracas (Carrera 14)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It runs outside of northern Bogot\u00e1 as Autopista Paseo de los Libertadores<\/em>then becomes Autopista Norte<\/em>upon entering the city before it intersects with Avenida NQS <\/em>near the northern edge of the Chapinero<\/a> district and then continues as Avenida Caracas <\/em>(Carrera 14<\/em>) all the way down to the south through the locality of Usme. Other names it may be referred to as depending on the area of Bogot\u00e1 it\u2019s running through are Troncal Caracas <\/em>and Carretera a Usme<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque Jaime Duque<\/a> (an amusement park a little outside the city, just past Ch\u00eda)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Comercial Santaf\u00e9<\/a> (one of the largest shopping malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Cedritos<\/a> neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Chapinero neighborhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Cat\u00f3lica de Colombia<\/a> (a private university)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Monumento a los H\u00e9roes <\/em>(the Heroes Monument)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Several major Transmilenio stations: Portal del Norte, Portal Usme, Avenida Jim\u00e9nez, Tercer Milenio<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Centro Mayor Centro Comercial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS (Norte-Quito-Sur)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida NQS <\/em>is comprised of three roads:  Avenida Carrera Novena<\/em>(Avenida Carrera 9<\/em>), Avenida Ciudad de Quito <\/em>(Carrera 30<\/em>) and Autopista Sur <\/em>(South Highway). The Carrera 9 <\/em>part of Avenida NQS <\/em>begins in the northeast at Calle 170 <\/em>and runs down through Usaqu\u00e9n, where it starts to cross southwest and becomes Carrera 30 <\/em>once it reaches Calle 92<\/em>.  Carrera 30 <\/em>continues south through the locality of Teusaquillo, after which it\ncomes to an intersection at Calle 8 Sur <\/em>where Autopista Sur <\/em>begins and Carrera 30 <\/em>continues, but is no longer\npart of NQS<\/em>.  Autopista Sur <\/em>goes southwest towards the municipality of Soacha, then out of the city entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (large public university with campuses in other cities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio El Camp\u00edn (one of the main stadiums in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Centro Mayor<\/a> (the biggest mall in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calima CC<\/a> (another one of the largest malls in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hospital Universitario M\u00e9deri<\/a> (a university hospital)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Sur<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SENA<\/a> (national learning center run by the government, located in most cities in Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jardines del Apogeo<\/a> (a very big cemetery)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Sat\u00e9lite del Sur<\/a> (south bus terminal)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The principal highway\/street on the west side of Bogot\u00e1 that runs the whole length of the city. It begins in the locality of Suba up in the north at Calle 170 <\/em>and heads directly south. After crossing Autopista Sur <\/em>at the edge of the Kennedy locality<\/a>, the road curves a little southeast as it passes through the locality of Tunjuelito and continues down through Usme, where it crosses Avenida Caracas<\/em>.\u00a0 It then leaves the city as Autopista al Llano<\/em> toward some cities you might want to visit, should you want to escape the cold<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque La Colina<\/a> (a huge mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Club Los Lagartos<\/a> (a private club with all sorts of amenities and activities)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Titan Plaza<\/a> (an enormous mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Terminal Salitre<\/a> (the main bus terminal in Bogot\u00e1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multiplaza<\/a> (a gargantuan mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 El Ed\u00e9n CC<\/a> (what will become the biggest mall in Colombia once it opens in 2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bavaria<\/a> (a Colombian beverage company responsible for the production of many domestic beers)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Estadio Metropolitano de Techo (a humongous stadium used mostly for soccer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Parque Mundo Aventura<\/a> (amusement park)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GM Colmotores<\/a> (General Motors plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque El Tunal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal del Tunal<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CEMEX\u00a0<\/a>(a major cement and construction supply plant)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado (Calle 26)<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avenida El Dorado <\/em>runs perpendicular from the Cordillera Oriental<\/em>, crosses the entire width of the city, and ends at the El Dorado International Airport<\/a> on the west-side of Bogot\u00e1.\u00a0 It intersects with Carrera 7<\/em>, Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Casa Editorial El Tiempo<\/a> (a media giant in charge of the national newspaper, El Tiempo)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Gran Estaci\u00f3n<\/a> (a gigantic mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The United States Embassy<\/a> (it\u2019s as big as some of the malls)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Universidad Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (the same one on\u00a0NQS<\/em>, both highways border it)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Centro de Memoria, Paz y Reconciliaci\u00f3n (a museum of sorts, dedicated to the armed conflict in Colombia that plagued the country for decades)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Cementerio Central (the oldest cemetery in Bogot\u00e1 where many important people in Colombian history are buried)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Parque de la Independencia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Biblioteca Nacional de Colombia<\/a> (National Library of Colombia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Getting
\u00a9 Photograph by Livema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas <\/em><\/strong>(Calle 34<\/em>)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This road runs perfectly east to west originating at Carrera 7 <\/em>in Teusaquillo as Calle 3<\/em>4 and after intersecting with Avenida Caracas<\/em>, Avenida El Dorado<\/em>, Carrera 30 <\/em>of Avenida NQS <\/em>and Avenida Boyac\u00e1<\/em>, it officially turns into Avenida de las Am\u00e9ricas<\/em>.  It continues away from the Cordillera Oriental <\/em>towards Kennedy, where at Monumento Banderas<\/em>, a colossal roundabout, it winds around and veers northwest where it soon comes to an end at the next sizeable roundabout called Glorieta Am\u00e9ricas con Ciudad de Cali<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Points of Interest:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Corferias<\/a> (convention center\/fairgrounds)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carrera CC<\/a> (a mall for automobiles so you know this one\u2019s big too)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CC Plaza Central<\/a> (yet another massive mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      Outlet de las Am\u00e9ricas (an outlet mall)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Mundo Aventura<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7      The major Transmilenio station, Portal de Bandera<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So basically, if you like malls<\/a>, just stick to the main roads and you\u2019ll\u00a0eventually find one. But seriously, if you\u2019re on a shopping mission, consider Bogot\u00e1 the hub for all your commercial needs. And while you\u2019re at it, Unicentro<\/a> is a pretty cool mall too that you should check out and my fellow Colture writer will tell you why. This article was not intended to be about malls, but they do make good reference points since so many of them are of monumental size. If all else fails and you think you\u2019re really lost, take a taxi<\/a> or Uber<\/a> to get where you need to go. Unless you\u2019re down with the adventure, then keep exploring and remember you can also ask the locals for help or directions! Colombia is known for their friendly people, so you\u2019ll never be alone nor truly lost, but if you\u2019re having trouble <\/span>deciphering an address<\/span><\/a>, let us help you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Was this article useful? Do you know more cool information about what to pack when coming to Bogot\u00e1? Or maybe an experience you would like to share? Please visit our homepage Colture<\/a> and take a look at my articles and many others to find more essential information about Bogot\u00e1 before or during your trip.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Packing for Bogot\u00e1: Essentials You Should Bring","post_excerpt":"You\u2019re coming to Bogot\u00e1, but have absolutely no idea what to pack, right? I can guarantee that by bringing these essentials you'll have no major surprises","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"packing-for-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-05-13 09:44:16","post_modified_gmt":"2020-05-13 14:44:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=2457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2091,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2019-01-02 11:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2019-01-02 16:00:39","post_content":"In the year and a half I\u2019ve been in Colombia, I\u2019ve had the fun of house hunting three times in three different cities. Even if you know people in the area, it\u2019s still a daunting task and the pressure to find somewhere sits solely on your shoulders. Luckily, there are several tried and true ways to look for a place to live in Bogot\u00e1. You can actually start browsing now even if you\u2019re not in the country yet!<\/span>\n\nThe first thing you should decide before you begin your quest is where in Bogot\u00e1 you\u2019d like to live, which is especially difficult if you\u2019ve never been to the city and don\u2019t know much about the area. We\u2019ve written about some of the most popular neighborhoods in Bogot\u00e1 (<\/span>northern Bogot\u00e1<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Santa B\u00e1rbara<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Cedritos<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Chic\u00f3<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>La Calera<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Mazur\u00e9n<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>La Candelaria<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Belmira<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Ciudad Salitre<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Teusaquillo<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Chapinero<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Los Rosales<\/span><\/a>) to help you with this part so that you can get on to the actual house hunting. <\/span>\n\nOf course, you\u2019ll also want to keep other things in mind like your budget, what amenities, if any, are included (building administration, aka the doormen and cleaning ladies, would fall into this category), and the neighborhood <\/span>stratum<\/span><\/a>, but start with a wide search and narrow down your choices later. That means don\u2019t limit yourself to just one of these avenues; utilize several methods because in this case, it\u2019s better to have too many options than too few, and that\u2019s extra true if you have a laundry list of must-haves.<\/span>\n

Online<\/b><\/h2>\nObviously the only way to house hunt before you arrive is online. While in other countries you might use major rental websites like <\/span>Zillow<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Zoopla<\/span><\/a>, they\u2019re not going to do you much good in Bogot\u00e1. Even Craigslist, which exists in Colombia, doesn\u2019t have the same base of users to make it a good resource. Surprisingly, some of your best online tools are Facebook pages. Check out <\/span>Bogot\u00e1 Short Term Rentals<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Arriendo Habitaciones Bogot\u00e1<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Bogot\u00e1 4Rent\/Arriendo Bogot\u00e1<\/span><\/a>, where people post daily about rooms and houses\/apartments for rent. You might have to do some sifting because you\u2019ll often see people selling or looking for furniture and other things in between, but there\u2019s ample rent offers.<\/span>\n\nIf you want to look outside of Facebook, here are some websites to check out as well:<\/span>\n

OLX<\/span> ~ this is the Colombian equivalent of Craigslist for buying and selling, as well as housing. Check them here<\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Metro Cuadrado<\/span> ~ an all-around great tool in looking for apartments and houses, and the furniture for when you find a place. Check them here<\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Metric State ~ a good option for well-located and designed accommodation. Check them here<\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Finca Ra\u00edz<\/span> ~ check under the \u201cAnuncios en Arriendo\u201d section at the top of the homepage to see apartments and houses for rent in the Bogot\u00e1 area. Check them here<\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Erasmusu<\/span> ~ specifically for <\/span>students. <\/span><\/a>Check them here<\/a>.<\/h3>\n\"Place \u00a9 Photograph 2018 by OLX[\/caption]\n\nYou may be thinking of <\/span>Airbnb<\/span><\/a>, which is also a viable option. I actually started out in an Airbnb before moving to a permanent home. I rented a room from a family for a month and they offered to continue to rent to me on a long-term basis, but I chose to go elsewhere. Negotiating with your hosts isn\u2019t all that uncommon though from what I\u2019ve heard, so if you come to like your temporary accommodation, it might be worth asking if you can make it a little more permanent.<\/span>\n

Inmobiliarias <\/i><\/b>(real estate companies)<\/b><\/h2>\nI know this one is appealing because it sounds easy, and ordinarily might be the most practical for someone who doesn\u2019t know where or what to look for in a new city, but for Bogot\u00e1, and for Colombia in general, I don\u2019t recommend going this route. It\u2019s actually very difficult for a foreigner to rent through any of these companies without a Colombian co-signer. If you know a local and they\u2019re willing to do it for you, then by all means go for it, but if you don\u2019t, save yourself the headache and just bypass them. You\u2019ll be able to tell if an apartment is being handled by a company or a realtor by how official the \u201cse arrienda\u201d (for rent) sign looks.<\/span>\n

Hit the pavement<\/b><\/h2>\nWant to get some exploring in while being productive? Grab a water bottle, put on some comfortable shoes and start walking around the neighborhood you want to live in. It sounds inefficient, but not only is it a good way to get a feel for the area, you may even get a viewing on the spot since you\u2019re already there. Look for \u201cse arrienda\u201d or \u201cse alquila\u201d (for rent) signs in windows, on doors, and posted around the neighborhood (you want the places for rent by the owner and the signs are usually handwritten). If you like a particular building, but don\u2019t see any signs, talk to the <\/span>portero <\/span><\/i>(doorman).<\/span>\n\n\"Place \u00a9 Photograph 2017 by Jose Pati\u00f1o for \u00c1mbito Jur\u00eddico[\/caption]\n\nIt might not be posted and if there\u2019s something for rent or anyone in the building is looking to rent out a room, the doormen usually know about it. And when you see something enticing, don\u2019t be afraid to immediately <\/span>call or send a message<\/span><\/a> through <\/span>WhatsApp<\/span> to the number listed to ask for more information and\/or to go look at the place.<\/span>\n

Word of mouth<\/b><\/h2>\nThis is obviously easiest if you already know people, but once you start making friends, or even acquaintances, there\u2019s no shame in casually mentioning that you\u2019re in the market for a place to live. If they know someone who has a room for rent, they\u2019ll likely offer that information because some landlords will only rent to people through references and therefore, don\u2019t publicly advertise. This is ultimately how I\u2019ve found two out of my three residences.<\/span>\n\nIt took some effort, but I\u2019ve always managed to find good homes in a short amount of time. \u00a0I employed every resource I had, every person I knew, and it yielded me a lot of options. The method I found to help with this the most was walking the neighborhoods. If you\u2019d like to enlist even more help, you might want to consider a <\/span>homestay<\/span>. <\/span>\n\nWe\u2019ve also got you covered with some useful <\/span>Spanish words and phrases<\/span><\/a> to aid you in your quest, seeing as you probably won\u2019t be dealing with English very much. In any case, \u00a0best of luck and happy house hunting!<\/span>\n\nQuestions? Or maybe you know of another useful website? Share it below!<\/span>\n\nIf you like what you\u2019re reading, follow my articles on <\/span>colture.com<\/span>! You can also <\/span>subscribe<\/span> to our newsletter and <\/span>follow us<\/span> on social media for all things Bogot\u00e1 related.<\/span>\n\nAre you a local business? <\/span>Get in contact with us<\/span> to be featured on our website<\/a>!<\/span>","post_title":"House hunting guide: how to find a place to live in Bogot\u00e1","post_excerpt":"Widen your search for a place to live in Bogot\u00e1 with my guide for where and how to look! Even if you\u2019re not in Colombia yet, you can start now!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"place-to-live-in-bogota","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-03-20 16:38:51","post_modified_gmt":"2020-03-20 21:38:51","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/colture.co\/?p=2091","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1812,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2018-11-28 12:00:29","post_date_gmt":"2018-11-28 17:00:29","post_content":"Colombia uses numbers rather than names for streets, which makes <\/span>navigating a big city like Bogot\u00e1<\/span><\/a> surprisingly easy.  What can be confusing though, is deciphering an address, so that you can find the place you\u2019re looking for or making sure you write an address correctly, so that the letter you send will arrive at its intended destination.<\/span>\n

Addresses for Directions<\/b><\/h2>\nIn California (where I\u2019m from), I always used to rely on GPS, but in Bogot\u00e1, I started using it less and less to guide me because the only thing I need to pinpoint a location without looking at a map is in the address itself, which contains the nearest cross streets. Don\u2019t get me wrong, Google Maps is a great tool to use, and it\u2019s one of our recommended <\/span>apps to help you get around<\/span><\/a>, but in Colombia, sometimes it\u2019s not always accurate, or worse, doesn\u2019t come up with any results at all when you search for an address.  The numbered street system eliminates the guessing work so it doesn\u2019t matter if you know the streets or not.<\/span>\n\nAll you need to know is that the <\/span>calles <\/span><\/i>(streets) run east-west with the numbers increasing as you head north and the <\/span>carreras <\/span><\/i>(another word for street) run north-south with the numbers increasing as you head west.  The exception to this is in the south. When you reach <\/span>Calle<\/span><\/i> 1, if you continue south, the <\/span>calles<\/span><\/i> increase in number starting with <\/span>Calle<\/span><\/i> 1 <\/span>Sur<\/span><\/i>. Occasionally, you will see <\/span>diagonal <\/span><\/i>(diagonal) and <\/span>avenida <\/span><\/i>(avenue) as well, but most of the time, you will be dealing with <\/span>calles <\/span><\/i>and <\/span>carreras<\/span><\/i>.  So really, as long as you have the address, you\u2019ll be able to figure out where you\u2019re trying to go.<\/span>\n\nI\u2019m going to use the address of one of my favorite museums in Bogot\u00e1, the <\/span>Museo Botero<\/span><\/a> (dedicated to the famous Colombian artist), as an example:<\/span>\n

Calle 11 #4-41<\/span><\/h3>\nThe first two numbers give you the cross streets: <\/span>calle <\/span><\/i>11 refers to the street that it\u2019s on and 4 is the nearest <\/span>carrera <\/span><\/i>to the east.  The last number, in this case it\u2019s 41, is the building number.  If the address were to have a <\/span>carrera <\/span><\/i>as the first number, like the <\/span>Museo del Oro<\/span><\/a> (Gold Museum) at Carrera 6 #15-88, then the second number, 15 here, would be the closest <\/span>calle <\/span><\/i>to the south.  Again, the exception is in the (deep) south: if you are in <\/span>calle sur<\/span><\/i> territory and the address you are looking for is on a <\/span>carrera<\/span><\/i>, then the second number is the closest <\/span>calle sur<\/span><\/i> to the north.  Basically, the second number in an address refers to the lesser number of the streets (<\/span>calle<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>carrera<\/span><\/i>) that the place you\u2019re looking for is between.<\/span>\n\nThe cross streets are what you want to give your <\/span>taxi<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Uber<\/span><\/a> driver.  So if you were going to the Botero Museum, you\u2019d tell the driver, \u201cCalle 11 con Carrera 4,\u201d and they would leave you near that intersection.  Once you know you\u2019re on the right block and you\u2019re looking for the building, remember that on one side of the street are all the odd-numbered buildings and on the other are all of the even-numbered buildings.<\/span>\n\nThese are some of the most common abbreviations you\u2019ll see in addresses:<\/span>\n