The flying doctors of Patrulla Aérea have been performing medical missions in the most remote regions of Colombia for more than a half century.
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O Fortuna! Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor stages Orff’s epic Carmina Burana
Carl Orff’s medieval masterpiece comes to the Teatro Mayor with a stunning production interpreted by the Bogotá Philharmonic Orchestra and choruses.
Colombia’s World Cup dream at risk after “draining” loss to Japan
Not all over yet for Colombia despite a heart-wrenching loss against Japan in World Cup opener. La Selección must win against Poland to have a chance to stay in Russia.
Colombia’s tourism continues to increase setting new record in 2018
Colombia’s travel industry continues to grow, reveals a report by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (MinCIT). Cruise ship tourism in the sector that saw the largest increase.
Academy nominated team take flight with Birds of Passage
The Oscar nominated team of Embrace of the Serpent take on matriarchs, marimba and La Guajira’s bewitching beauty in a new feature film.
Mexico’s National Dance Company comes to Teatro Colón with two performances
The Mexican National Dance Company will give a two night performance of at the Teatro Colón with a repertoire that covers musical genres.
Royal Botanic Gardens to house seed bank from Colombia’s páramos
The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew has received the seeds of 50 plants native to Colombia, including three Espeletia, a frailejón from the páramos of Boyacá.
Losing a “sense” no obstacle to discovering Colombia claims researcher
Living with a disability should not be an obstacle for everyday cultural activities believes researcher Jorge Colmenares of Bogota?’s Sensory Library.
Colombia ready for 2018 presidential election, Bogotá boosts security
A drinking ban (Ley Seca) and no Ciclovía in Bogotá are some of the security measures in place to guarantee peaceful elections across Colombia on Sunday.
Italian Film Fest returns to Bogotá with mix of contemporary and classic
The fifth edition of ItalCine opens in Bogotá, May 24, with a slew of films that present different directorial visions of Italian life, culture and wartime history.
Enjoy a weekend of art in Bogotá with ARTBO’s second Fin de Semana
ARTBO’s second edition of its Art Weekend opens May 18 with 70 events scheduled, including installations in two public landmarks, and a free shuttle service between the city’s art districts.
Howard Buffett Foundation contributes to demining in central Colombia
Villarrica, in the department of Tolima, joins 37 other communities to be clear of landmines given support from philanthropic organizations such as the Howard Buffett Foundation.
Howard Buffet Foundations supports mine clearance in Colombia
Villarrica, Tolima, joins 26 towns across Colombia that have been cleared from IEDs thanks to the peace accord with FARC and international benefactors.
Buga: Town caught in a spiral of time
This town known for its miracles and imposing Basilica also offers tourists a chance to step back in time to ages of architectural splendour.
Heavy rains across Colombia expected to last until June
Heavy rainfall across Colombia has caused widespread flooding in Valle del Cauca and Antioquia. Bogotá has been affected by falling trees, hail and lightning strikes.
Bogotá’s Nueve de Abril and the “Crime of the Century”
Seventy years after the death of Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, the Teatro Colón presents a play based on his assassin, Roa Sierra titled “Crime of the Century.”