Shaky knees in the tombs of Tierradentro
Despite being a world heritage site, the pre-columbian tombs of Tierradentro are a relatively unknown gem in southwestern Colombia. The …
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The mysterious stone figures of San Agustin
The rather short and sturdy stone figure in San Agustin is painted red and black. Perhaps he is wearing a …
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Another coffee tour in the Zona Cafetera
From the cute little town of Salento in Colombia we walk to the coffee plantation of Don Elias for another …
In the coffee fields of the Zona Cafetera
Colombia is worlwide famous for its tasty coffee. And almost all of theses prized coffees are grown in the Zona …
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Weekend treats in Bogota
About a dozen volunteers in yellow-and-grey uniforms marked “Bogotá” are holding the gate against a crowd of several hundred demanding …
Taking the milk bus to the mountains: Cocuy hiking
“Si Señora, and a pound of cheese.” The shop assistant takes one of the big round pieces of soft local …
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Around the Darien Gap: a crossing by boat
At 8:30 am, the ground staff at the domestic airport in Panama City still struggles with the Monday morning sleepiness. …
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