Bogotá’s many houses of worship are closed with the coronavirus outbreak, but once their doors re-open English services for expats will also resume.
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A guide to finding English language books in Bogotá
Dubbed the “Athens of Latin America,” Bogota?’s book culture is bouyant, from the most eclectic to conventional, there’s plenty on offer for English readers.
Zipaquira: Small Cundinamarca town built on more than salt
Zipaquira? is one of Bogotá’s many satellite communities and known for it’s cavernous Catedral de Sal. But there is more to see than columns of salt and crosses.
Medellín’s Comuna 13: Transforming the past with paint
Medelli?n’s Comuna 13 is promoted to foreigners as one of the city’s curious attractions given its resident grafiteros and community-led tours. But how safe is “safe”?
Dance beyond imagination: When I’m Not Around by Barcelona’s La Cerda
The Barcelona dance company La Cerda gave a performance of When I’m Not Around and one of many highlights of the XII Danza en la Ciudad festival.
With Orange Economy, artists serve food for thought…and Art
Two Bogotá artists are challenging the notion of the Orange Economy by serving food for thought in their installations….oranges included.
Photographer Javier Vanegas finds life in death with Tempus Fugit
Photographer Javier Vanegas is no stranger to controversy and tackling unconventional themes with his acute eye. A current project looks at the aesthetics of the afterlife.
Teatro Colón’s Tranvía captures essence of William’s sultry southern classic
The Teatro Colón hops on Tennessee William’s Streetcar Named Desire with a faithful and creative take on a southern classic.
La Villa del Cine: A festival where visual narratives make history
The beautiful colonial town of Villa de Leyva will tribute Colombia’s bicentenary of Independence with a film festival and workshops for children.
Colombia’s ex-FARC combatants become tour guides in post-conflict
The international recognition of “Remando por la Paz” on the rafting circuit gives ex-FARC combatants employment opportunities in sports and eco-tourism.
Bogota’s largest jazz festival set to launch with renowned ensembles
Legendary American jazz double-bassist Ron Carter and his Trio join an impressive cast of renowned musicians participating in the 24th edition of Jazz al Parque.