Thousands took to the streets of Bogotá Sunday to voice their anger over the start of the first bullfighting season after a 5-year ban.
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National Symphony to inaugurate their 2017 “French Kiss” program at Colón
The National Symphony launches its 2017 season titled “French Kiss” with more than 70 concerts scheduled to celebrate Colombia-France Year.
Bogotá’s Peñalosa faces recall of mayoral mandate
Mayor Peñalosa is facing a “recall” of his mandate after one year in office. The groups leading the petition have received backing from Progresistas, the party of embattled former mayor Petro.
Atlético Nacional win FIFA Fair Play award for response to Chapecoense tragedy
At its gala award ceremony, football’s governing body FIFA recognized the Medellín team for its compassionate response to the plane crash tragedy.
Last light on Colombia’s ‘River of Tombs’
Photographer Jorge Panchoaga captures last light on Colombia’s principal river, the Magdalena, a key route for travel, transporting goods and a source of food for centuries.
What to do in Bogotá before Christmas? Here some picks
Expoartesanias is the largest arts and crafts fair in the country and requires plenty of time as the pavilions are stocked with beautiful items. There is also a shirt film fest taking place.
Colombia’s President Santos to undergo treatment for prostate cancer in Baltimore
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos is expected to receive surgery for prostate cancer at Baltimore’s Johns Hopkins Hospital, according to reports.
Collectors unite as Feria del Millón opens this weekend in Bogotá
The Feria del Millón opens this weekend in Bogotá with art works that cost one million pesos or less. This fourth edition is an ideal space to stock up on works by emerging talent.
Santos: peace negotiations continue, new accord possible in November
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos updated the public on progress regarding a peace accord with the FARC on Friday.
Bogotá’s ARTBO 2016 kicks off with inauguration event
Bogotá’s International Art Fair (ARTBO) kicked off on Wednesday with an inaugural celebration that drew artists, collectors, celebrities, community figures and more.
Fifteen galleries participating in the sixth edition of Odeón Contemporary Art Fair
The sixth edition of the Odeón Contemporary Art Fair will host 15 galleries, as well as workshops, concerts and academic events.
Bogotá in front of the camera in ‘Otrora’
Alejandra Parra’s work features Bogotá from fresh perspectives in the Otrora exhibition, which runs through mid-November.
Fashion takes Bogotá with second “B Capital” event
Sponsored by Colombia’s Fashion Institute, Inexmoda, the three-day fashion event “B Capital” offers consumers the chance to purchase the latest in design at affordable prices.
Odeón celebrates contemporary art in Bogotá
Bogotá’s contemporary art scene will be in the spotlight in October with the Odeón Feria de Arte Contemporáneo, a four-day cultural event.
Shock and sadness over death of entire Bogotá family in north Sydney suburb
A Colombian family of four were found dead at their home in north Sydney. María Claudia Lutz, husband Fernando Manrique, had lived in north Sydney since 2005. The causes of death have not been confirmed.
Unleash your photographic eye with the eighth edition of “Revela Colombia” contest
The photo contest “Revela Colombia” invites foreigners and Colombians to submit their best images for the 2016 edition and with an important theme.