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Plaza de Bolívar is one of Bogota’s main attractions, and it wouldn’t be the same without this beautiful cathedral. Its history is pretty interesting because Colombia was still under Spanish rule when its building commenced, but it was only completed after the country declared independence and officially opened its doors in 1823.
Salt Cathedral
Bolivia is home to some of the world’s largest salt flats, and salt-based attractions are scattered all around it. The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is located in close proximity to Bogota, and it was carved in a salt mine, 200 meters underground.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Carmen
If you’re an architecture lover visiting Bogota, this beautiful church deserves a spot on your bucket list. Located in the lively neighborhood of La Candelaria, this building is instantly recognizable thanks to its distinctive red-and-white striped façade. It was built in the Florentine Gothic Style during the early 20th century by the famed architect Giovanni Buscaglione.
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Nothing says Colombian street food like arepas. Made out of ground corn dough, this flatbread is enjoyed as is or combined with other ingredients like cheese, meat, or veggies in the form of a sandwich.
Empanadas
Just like arepas, empanadas are also a staple of Bogota’s street food offerings. Colombian empanadas are usually smaller in size than other empanadas, made out of corn dough, and filled with mashed potatoes, ground meat, or a mix of chicken and rice with veggies.
Churros
Churros are popular all across Latin America, and Bogota is no different. However, unlike other countries, Colombia likes to keep its churros simple. The deep-fried pastry is often covered with sugar and enjoyed in this simple and delicious way.
(@happychurros2021)Fresh Fruits and Juices
You’ll encounter stalls offering fresh fruits and fruit juices all across Bogota. Make sure to stop by, as this is a unique opportunity for you to try some of the more exotic fruits like tamarillo, feijoa, and curuba.
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Botero is the first museum that comes to mind when someone mentions Bogota, and it was founded by the Colombian artist Fernando Botero in 2000. You can find an impressive collection of his work on its premises, but paintings by other contemporary artists have also been put on display.
Colombian National Museum
The Colombian National Museum isn’t solely focused on art, but that’s not stopping it from being home to one of Bogota’s most impressive art collections. It’s best known for being home to paintings from many Colombian masters, in addition to an impressive collection of indigenous art.
Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota
Modern art is thriving in Bogota, and you can find several museums in this city exploring it, including the Museum of Contemporary Art. Located inside an iconic spiral building, this museum is home to 1,600 works of contemporary art, ranging from the 60s to the present day.
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Pretty much every major capital city has a planetarium in store, and Bogotá is no different. It’s a must-see spot for people of all ages who are passionate about space exploration, and it offers everything from astronomy shows to a space museum with interactive exhibitions.
Maloka Museum
Speaking of museums with fun, interactive exhibitions, it doesn’t get much better than Maloka. This kid-friendly spot comes with a total of nine interactive rooms, where you can explore different science and technology topics.
Salitre Mágico
Amusement parks are the very definition of family-friendly fun for many travelers, and Bogotá is home to quite a few. If you only have enough time to explore one of them, head to the Parque el Salitre. There, you’ll find Salitre Mágico, which offers all the amusement park classics, including high-speed roller coasters, go-karts, and its castle of horrors.
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]]>Madrid, Spain
The capital of Spain is a vibrant, charming city with world-class museums, the gorgeous Retiro Park, and a wide variety of superb restaurants and tapas bars to explore. The neutral, European Spanish spoken here makes it a great place to put your skills in the language to the test.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
The largest city in southern South America is Buenos Aires, which is often referred to as the Paris of the continent. The garrulous Argentinian people will definitely give you plenty to listen to and plenty of opportunity to talk in this cosmopolitan destination.
(@recorre.ba)Bogota, Colombia
The jewel of the Andes is Bogota, the capital and largest city of Colombia. Colombians are often considered to speak the most neutral form of Spanish of any natives of the language, so for beginners, Bogota is a great place to check out the city and also take your first steps with español.
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]]>Located just east of the city in the spot where the urban sprawl of the city stops at the eastern half of Colombia’s Andes begins, this mountain towers at over 10,000 feet above sea level and provides spectacular views of Bogota in a peaceful, serene environment.
There are three ways to access the summit of Monserrate: by aerial tramway, by funicular, or by foot. The aerial tramway and funicular both provide a thrilling ride to the stop with gorgeous views of the city, but hiking up is also great as an option for exercise and for smelling the fresh mountain air as you work towards the top.
At the summit, you will find a collection of vantage points from which to see the huge metropolis of Bogota as well as a small church built in the 17th century which still stands and can be visited still.
Make an afternoon of it and be sure to stay at the top for the sunset over the city if you are lucky enough to be there on a clear day. If not, any time is a great time of day to make the trek up to the top of Monserrate. Have fun!
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