Colombia travel guide
Colombia is very quickly turning into a favourite for travellers. The capital, Bogotá, mixes buzzing modern districts with a historic colonial centre
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This fascinating country, largely untouched by mass tourism, stretches from high Andean peaks and the lush Amazon basin to Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, offering an intriguing mix of diverse landscapes, colonial heritage and modernity.
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Key facts
- Capital: Bogota
- Currency: Colombian peso
- Flying time from London: 12.5 hours
- Official language(s): Spanish
- Time difference: +5 GMT
- Visa requirements: Not required for UK passport holders
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Top things to do in Colombia
Visit the Gold Museum Housing the biggest pre-Hispanic gold collection in the world with over 55,000 pieces, the Gold Museum was expanded and renovated in 2008. With bilingual descriptions of its unique and impressive displays, The Gold Museum is a must see. Visit the coffee region
Set in beautiful countryside, explore the coffee farms and learn about the coffee making process which makes this one of Colombia's biggest exports.
Wander cobbled colonial streets
Lose yourself in the maze of cobblestone alleys in the beautiful Spanish colonial city of Cartagena, only to find yourself in one of the romantic cafes and restaurants.
Visit the Gold Museum
Housing the biggest pre-Hispanic gold collection in the world with over 55,000 pieces, the Gold Museum was expanded and renovated in 2008. With bilingual descriptions of its unique and impressive displays, The Gold Museum is a must see.
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