Bogotá’s “Caminar la Navidad” offers a festive, walkable experience along Carrera Séptima, featuring immersive performances and installations, celebrating Christmas with art, music, dance, and environmental awareness, from December 14-23.
María Claudia Parias of Bogotá’s Idartes is at the heart of transformative initiatives. From the Biennale of Art for Childhood to innovative public spaces for dance and music, the Colombian capital is not only a hub of creativity but a city that understands the importance of art as a tool for social cohesion and individual well-being.
Bogotá’s Gold Museum unveils a revamped exhibit showcasing the iconic Muisca Raft and its ceremonial artifacts, discovered in Pasca, Cundinamarca. This intricate gold votive offering, tied to El Dorado mythology, highlights Muisca craftsmanship and spirituality. The exhibition opens December 19, featuring interactive displays and detailed cultural narratives.
The UN’s claim of 20,000 unidentified bodies at Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport has sparked controversy, with Colombian officials rejecting the assertion as unverified. Despite the criticism, the UN defends its findings, citing credible sources.
Bogotá has mobilized 1,500 police officers to enhance safety during the Christmas season. Focused on nightlife, commerce, and tourism areas, the initiative includes advanced technology and strengthened patrols.
Bogotá has launched the first-ever International Violin Contest: City of Bogotá, marking a significant cultural milestone for Latin America. The competition, open to violinists aged 18-30, offers prizes totaling US$70,000 and aims to elevate the Colombian capital’s reputation on the global stage.
The International Sacred Music Festival of Colombia has embarked on a nationwide tour to deliver great classical works to audiences in remote communities. From Belalcázar, Caldas, to Aracataca, Magdalena, this festival directed by Marianna Piotrowska, promotes unity and reconciliation.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has vowed to impose visa requirements on British citizens in response to the United Kingdom’s decision to reinstate travel visas for Colombians starting December 24, 2024.
Hundreds of Colombian veterans are leaving their country to fight in foreign wars, driven by economic hardship and promises of lucrative contracts. These soldiers, many with extensive combat experience from Colombia’s internal conflict, have become sought-after mercenaries in global hotspots such as Ukraine, Haiti, and Sudan.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro voiced strong support for the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) arrest warrants issued against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Petro labeled Netanyahu a “genocidal maniac” and warned U.S. President Joe Biden against ignoring the ruling, claiming it would lead to “barbarism.”
Medellín mayor Federico Gutiérrez wants to clamp down on narco-tours of the city’s Comuna 13 and the sale of merchandise that references the druglord of the infamous drugs cartel.
Bogotá’s Museo del Oro is set to showcase Anurijuq, el viento sopla (Anurijuq, The Wind Blows), a temporary exhibition of contemporary Inuit Art. The collection on loan from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) highlights the rich cultural heritage and evolving identity of the Inuit people, who inhabit Arctic provinces and territories of Canada.
Nestled along the majestic Atrato River, Quibdó is a vibrant city where Afro-Colombian culture, lush rainforests, and colonial history converge. The city’s malecón offers breathtaking views of the river, bustling with traditional canoes and local vendors
As the incoming U.S. Secretary of State, Senator Marco Rubio has been openly critical of Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s foreign and domestic policies.
The Atrato River, flowing over 500 kilometers from the Farallones de Citará in Antioquia to the Gulf of Urabá, serves as a crucial waterway for Colombia’s Chocó department. As it passes through Quibdó, te departmental capital, the river becomes a bustling hub for commerce, connecting remote Afro-Colombian and Indigenous communities.
Donald Trump’s return to power presents challenges for Colombia’s President Petro, whose policies on Israel and drug eradication may strain U.S.-Colombia relations, leading to potential political shifts ahead of 2026 elections