Caution on the cobbled streets of Bogotá’s La Candelaria
Backpackers in Bogotá's colonial La Candelaria district are often easy targets for thieves. Here, some cautionary words from travel writer Laurence Lodge.
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Bogotá’s Mayor Peñalosa proceeds with mega infrastructure despite recall threat
Mayor Peñalosa is advancing with mega public works projects, including the Transmicable, despite facing a recall of his four-year mandate.
Bogotá hosts Eighth Edition of BAM Audiovisual Market
Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) hosts France this year as the guest nation. Events include screenings, lectures with BamTalks, workshops and business opportunities for industry professionals.
A walk through Rogelio Salmona’s architecture in Bogotá
Many of the emblematic red brick buildings designed by architect Rogelio Salmona are located in visible public spaces and can be enjoyed on an leisurely…
Bogotá introduces world’s first electric articulated bus
The Chinese built eBus Andino has joined the fleet of TransMilenio, and first all electric transport option for a city turning to green solutions.
Dying for a breath of Bogotá air
Bogota?’s air quality may not rank worst in South America, but city officials are adopting measures to reduce diesel emissions and take “smokey buses” off…
Color Alegría: Painting a brighter future for Soacha
Two brothers are ambitiously painting their barrio in Soacha as part of a community inspired social project.
Scopolamine attacks on the rise in Bogotá claim law enforcement
An alarming number of cases involving the illegal drug "burundanga" has city authorities on alert and citizens are advised to take extra precautions when out…
A virtual journey to Bogotá’s “El Bronx” remains online
A year after Mayor Pen?alosa closed down this city’s most infamous district, El Bronx, Google Street View still offers a bizarre tour of one of…
Obelisk to Colombia’s Independence commemorates ‘El Bronx’ infamy
Reed's 19th century obelisk in honor of the Independence Martyrs was inaugurated on the first anniversary of the 'El Bronx' intervention.
Millions to march across Colombia in general strike Tuesday
Millions are expected to participate in the general strike planned Tuesday June 6, across Colombia.
Red alerts issued for 28 of Colombia’s 32 departments after torrential rains
After a week of heavy rains across Colombia, the national weather agency has issued red alerts for 28 of the country's 32 departments.
Road safety in Colombia: It’s time to ‘Belt Up’
Despite a new Police Code and more vehicular controls on major roads, driving in Colombia's big cities can be a real challenge with the proliferation…
Bogotá’s observatories are 2,600 metres closer to the stars
Bogota?’s observatories are witnesses to the galaxies and stars, but also the very history of Colombia. As they look towards what is far beyond us,…
Bogotá to host its Fashion Week with focus on design and innovation
For three days Bogotá will host the third edition of its Fashion Week showcasing the capital's design potential.
Two Nobels and fifty years of ‘Solitude’ to be honoured at FILBo
The 30th edition of the Bogotá International Book Fair launches this month and a wonderful opportunity to come face to face with your favourite authors.