One of my days in southern Colombia was spent along the shores of Laguna La Concha, the second-largest body of inland water in the country. Legend has it that the lake was formed when an Indigenous princess spilled a cup that caused the entire valley to flood. Whatever the situation, it's undeniably … [Read more...] about A Day Trip to Colombia’s Laguna La Concha
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A Pilgrimage to the Las Lajas Shrine
Before I landed in Colombia, there was one image set in my mind. It was of a Gothic cathedral that looked like it belonged in Europe, straddling a gorge. When I learned that it was near the city of Pasto, I knew I had to go there. This architectural marvel is built inside the canyon of the … [Read more...] about A Pilgrimage to the Las Lajas Shrine
Visiting Pasto, Colombia’s Most Underrated Destination
It's now been a year since I returned from Colombia, but I've fallen behind in posts enough that there's still more to cover! I joined a post-tour of the conference I attended to visit a place well off most travelers' radars: Pasto, a city in the far south of the nation near the border with Ecuador. … [Read more...] about Visiting Pasto, Colombia’s Most Underrated Destination
Caroline in the City Guide to Bogota
The capital city of Colombia is full of history, first founded in 1538 where the Indigenous Muisca culture was based. Spanish colonization continued for many years until the nation gained independence. The twentieth century was marred with political violence, but today Bogota is a thriving … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Bogota
What I Packed for Colombia
When planning my two-week-long trip to Colombia, I was met with great difficulty. I would be experiencing both the balmy temperatures of the Caribbean coast and the cool and rainy climate of cosmopolitan Bogota. I also had a conference to attend. This mix made clothing choices tricky, but I … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Colombia