Overzealous security measures in Bogotá can leave visitors feeling unsafe even while increasing protection.
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Pope of a ‘New World’ order
As Pope Francis is inaugurated, South America faces an exciting and uncertain period of change and opportunity.
A hairstyle ‘to die for’
The “hairdressing assassins” at La Peluquería specialize in bringing out customers’ essence through hairstyles.
Colombia: Living in earthquake country
Colombia experiences multiple earthquakes each day, raising questions of preparedness for the inevitable “big one.”
Alvaro Restrepo: dance for hope
Alvaro Restrepo created the Colegio del Cuerpo in Cartagena, where dance changes the lives of students.
Iyer: words without borders
Pico Iyer, author of The Open Road: Global Journey of the Fourteenth Dalai Lama speaks on travel and global community.
EnObra: no work in progress
Despite what it’s name might suggest, EnObra is fully operational and one of the trendiest bars in the La Macarena.
Chávez and Colombia’s peace
Chávez’s death marks the end of an era for both his nation and the FARC, who are losing a prominent ideological leader.
Opinion: Venezuela’s Hugo Chávez is dead
After fighting cancer for more than a year and a half, Venezuela’s President Hugo Chávez died today at age 58.
Suna than later
For purely organic ingredients and healthy preparations that never sacrifice flavor, try Suna in the Rosales neighborhood.
Perfect Peruvian at Rafael
Rafael, in the Zona G showcases the absolute best of fine Peruvian gastronomy with succulent and exotic flavors.
Bolívar’s refuge
Following a turn of the century restoration, the Quinta de Bolívar is an oasis of history just minutes from downtown Bogotá.
Bogotá’s Museo del Oro: Where Gold is eternal
Covering centuries of Pre-Colombian history, the Gold Museum is a must experience for anyone visiting Bogotá.
Leatherworking: Made by César
The Taller Manual de Cuero is a landmark of leather in La Macarena neighborhood of Bogotá for years.
Urban orchards growing
An NGO in the south of the city has set up a network of urban orchards to help women create a sustainable future.
The Free Trade challenge
Investment between Colombia and its Free Trade partners continues to grow, but there are challenges on the horizon.