Colombia Local Customs

In addition to its numerous...

by Anadayur

In addition to its numerous museums, Santa Fe de Bogotá enjoys cultural activities such as shows, concerts, art exhibitions and conferences throughout the year. The Modern Art Museum, the National Museum and the Luis Angel Arango Library, have exhibition rooms where there is always something worth seeing.Numerous art galleries display and sell the works of both Colombian and international contemporary artists. Concerts are held in theater halls such as Teatro Colón, Colsubsidio, Camarín del Carmen, Teatro Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, or in specialized rooms such as in the Luis Angel Arango Library and the Léon de Grieff hall at the Universidad Nacional. Their programs include the presentation of symphony orchestras and chamber groups, both Colombian and from abroad, as well as ballet, opera and shows with internationally renowned artists.Several theater groups are based in Bogotá and present...

THE CHOLOS INDIANS. This is a...

by viajeromaga

THE CHOLOS INDIANS. This is a tribe that lives on the pacific coast, where the River San Juan dies on the ocean. The indians are not wild or anything like that, in fact they are nice people with a hard working live which have lived from centuries in the jungle. The handcraft things made by them are unique and beautiful. Many years ago, the used topless dresses, but with the invations of tourist, they started to cover up themselves with tshirts that were exchanged by their handcraft (WHAT A SHAME).

THE GUAVIANOS. This ancient...

by viajeromaga

THE GUAVIANOS. This ancient tribe located on the Department of Cauca, about 2 hours from the city of Cali. Their cultural life is colorfull and rich in traditions. The handcraft are well know, specially the wool and leathers goods. Their main markets are on tuesdays and sundays.

When we watch on TV some...

by almogaver

When we watch on TV some people lying in the street, we always think than they are not working hard as here, in the Old Europe....well, try to work with the temperature they have during some hours every day....Perhaps we too would look for some tree...

The City is busy, but if you...

by jimmyf

The City is busy, but if you are in a store or something, they will be patient with you. The countryside is more laid back and they are generous people. some of the farmers will not pay much attention to you because you're a tourist, but it's still pleasant. The beach is very resort-like and people are eager to help you out. There are usually many other tourist around so you can meet others and share experiences.Overall, very nice people who want you to enjoy their country.

vela_candela's Local Custom Tip

by vela_candela

Old Town

by frqtflyr

Old Town

kroyer's Local Custom Tip

by kroyer

Haggling over prices is...

by Ossi.P

Haggling over prices is normal... (exept in shops or restaurants with fixed prices!) ...but don't expect too much discount!

GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ: Novel...

by viajeromaga

GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ: Novel prize winner for literature. His most famous book Novel is 100 AÑOS DE SOLEDAD (100 YEARS OF SOLITUDE. The writer lives in Spain.