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Bogotá braces for more student marches, authorities warn against violence
More student protests in Bogotá are planned for October, including one October 10. Authorities advise student organization to maintain the peace after recent outbreaks of violence.
Big Picture: Reaching the summit of El Cocuy
El Cocuy covers three departments – Boyacá, Santander and Arauca – and one of the most remote National Parks in Colombia. Rising to 4,600 meters a.s.l., PNN Cocuy is also among the most challenging mountain ranges for experienced hikers.
Nationwide transport strike affects mobility in Bogotá
Cab drivers are protesting Monday across Bogotá over the suspension of licenses by the District Mobility Secretariat. Commuters advised to exercise caution and avoid rush hour.
Barcú: Memorable moments of Bogotá’s community inspired art fair (gallery)
The sixth edition of Barcú welcomed artists from around the world and converted colonial homes in La Candelaria into temporary galleries, including the old forge Casa Kabiros.
ARTBO 2019 opens in Bogotá with anniversary celebration (gallery)
Thousands of guests turned out on Wednesday evening for the opening of the International Art Fair of Bogotá (ARTBO), and one of the most anticipated events in the art circuit calendar.
Colombia to get Pre-clearance within a year, confirms U.S Ambassador Whitaker
Before handing over his post as U.S Ambassador to Colombia, Kevin Whitaker confirmed that all travelers heading stateside will have U.S immigration pre-clearance at Bogotá’s El Dorado airport.
Exploring A World of Butterflies at BLAA
Presenting works in various artistic genres, Bogotá’s largest public library – BLAA – takes flight with an exhibition on Colombian Butterflies.
Bien-Estar Yo!: Health and wellness festival comes to Bogotá’s 93 Park
Looking for solutions to deal with the stressful Bogotá lifestyle? During two days (August 10- 11), Bogotá’s Parque 93 will host the first health and wellness festival – Bien-Estar Yo!
Colombia’s Egan Bernal one sprint from making Tour de France history
On Sunday, 22-year old Egan Bernal becomes the first-ever Colombian to win the cycling world’s most coveted trophy and youngest champion in Tour de France history.
Ceremony at Pantano de Vargas marks highlight of Colombia’s bicentenary
Photo Gallery: To mark 200 years of the Pantano de Vargas battle that helped secure Colombia’s independence, the monument was the site of an impressive military ceremony.
Big Picture: “I’ll follow Bolívar as far as Bogotá”
As part of the bicentenary celebrations of 1819, Colombia’s Armed Forces are reenacting the route taken by General Simón Bolívar.
A World of Butterflies at the BLAA in Bogotá
Butterflies capture our imagination and the subject of great literature as well as children’s books. For the next six months, BLAA is hosting A World of Butterflies.
Colombia’s Bicentenary: What to do in Bogotá on 20 de Julio
Veinte de Julio falls on a Saturday and national holiday that commemorates 200 of Independence. Here, some cultural events, as well as the celebrated parade.
Cinemateca de Bogotá: A new home for cinematic arts in the capital
After almost a half-century in its iconic home on the Carrera Séptima, the mayoralty inaugurated the new Cinemateca de Bogotá for the promotion of the capital’s cinematic culture.
Feature: The giant catfish fishermen of the Araracuara Canyon
The Río Caquetá is home to some of the largest catfish of the Orionco and Amazon basins, and important food source for the communities of Huitoto who inhabit the region.