There are thousands of good reasons to visit Colombia.
The country is one of the most attractive in the Americas and offers millions of natural beauties.
Old cities and ancient fortresses, modern financial centres and luxury resorts, untouched beaches and pristine nature – this is Colombia.
1. History and culture of Colombia
Since the 16 century, the culture of Colombia is an amazing mix between Native American, African and European cultural influence. This is what makes the country so colourful and charming!
2. The warm climate
Since Colombia is located on the equator, the country offers year-round nice weather.
Well, at least if you are not in the high mountains, where low temperatures, abundant rainfalls and dense clouds are pretty common.
In coastal areas, however, summer lasts 365 days a year, and the beach season never ends.
3. Celebrities
Undoubtedly Shakira is one of the most famous names in showbiz.
She was born in 1977, in the Colombian city of Barranquilla.
Another well-known name in the world of music is that of Juanes (Juan Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez), who was born in the Colombian city of Medellin.
If you’re a fan of literature, you should visit the house-museum of the famous writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez in Arakataka, which is located in northern Colombia.
4. Exciting and unfamiliar places
Real, natural, wild and exciting, Colombia is still a very unknown tourist destination.
Its numerous tourist resources are still little known to the world, and while crisscrossing the country and discovering its natural wonders, you will feel like a real explorer.
5. Language
The Spanish language has many different dialects and accents, and the Colombian is considered the best sounding.
This makes the Latin American country one of the best places to learn Spanish – the second most popular language in the world.
6. Low prices
Colombia is still a country where you will get a lot for your money. For a few dollars or euros a person can eat like a king and enjoy the amazing local specialties.
Not to mention about the low price of most goods and services wherever you go.
7. Colombian coffee
Undoubtedly this is the most fragrant coffee in the world. Locals often say they have never had a real coffee experience outside the borders of Colombia.
8. People
Colombians are very warm, emotional and hospitable people. You can make new friends, to meet amazing people, and even to find your soul mate here.
In addition, Colombia is a place where you will see some of the most beautiful people in the world!
9. Organic food
The food in Colombia is delicious and natural. Everywhere you can find an amazing variety of delicious tropical fruits, and everything is completely organic.
In fact, when it comes to food quality, Colombia is far ahead of most developed countries in the world.
10. Amazing beaches
Speaking of beaches, Colombia is a paradise on earth.
Just imagine yourself relaxing under the thick shade of coconut palms and other tropical trees along the shore while enjoying the snow white or golden sand and azure waters.
The country offers superb beaches on both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
11. Coffee plantations
If you are a real explorer, one of the most exciting experiences to have in Colombia is to join an organized tour group and to visit a real Colombian coffee plantations.
