Claudia Hakim was recently named director of the country’s most important contemporary arts museum, MamBo. This accomplished artist and former gallery owner is bringing change to a landmark space.
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Bogotá’s Catedral Primada to resound to Bach with free concert series
The Ministry of Culture wants Bogotanos to appreciate the complete organ works of the great Baroque composer, J.S Bach. This free concert series runs until September.
The kindest kitchen of the day
Two entrepreneurs opened a kitchen to prepare food that makes us feel good physically and mentally. Best of all, the dishes are creative and can be delivered to your desk.
Colombia’s IDEAM issues “red alert” for floods after unseasonable heavy rains
Even though the winter has to officially begin, most of Colombia is experiencing heavy rainfall prompting authorities to issue a “red alert” for floods and mudslides.
Prudencia: The virtue of fine dining in La Candelaria
What happens when you cross the culinary traditions of Pasto with Baltimore? The answer? One of the best restaurants in the capital.
Bogotá is the Romantic Russia: A festival for everyone at the Teatro Mayor
“Bogota? is the Romantic Russia” is one of the most anticipated cultural events in a year in with an unprecedented line-up of international performers are coming to the capital.
A grand piano debut for Bogotá’s “Royal” Séptima
Mayor Enrique Peñalosa wants Bogotanos to get in tune with the city, rolling out a Kaway grand on the Carrera Séptima.
Bogotá’s MamBo inaugurates “De la línea al espacio”
The Bogotá Museum of Modern Art re-opened after a two month renovation with an exhibition featuring the works of artists Olga de Amaral, Jim Amaral, and Ricardo Cárdenas.
Who is behind the recent rash of bombings in Bogotá?
A recent wave of bombings in the Colombian capital has authorities on alert. Sunday’s explosion in La Macarena neighborhood targeted the National Police.
Big Picture: A palm grows in La Candelaria
The mood may recall Marrakech, but even though there is no beach nor desert close to the Colombian capital, palms have been growing in La Candelaria for centuries.
Ay, qué calor! Heat wave in Bogotá breaks historical record
The national weather agency IDEAM recorded the highest temperature ever for Bogotá on Wednesday. The current heat spell will continue for the next several days.
Spain’s Eduardo Guerrero tributes women with his energetic flamenco
The renowned Spanish flamenco dancer Eduardo Guerrero will perform his most recent show “Guerrero” at the Teatro Julio Mario Santo Domingo for two nights.
Colombia’s New Police Code grants “special powers” for co-existence
The New Code of Police and Coexistence replaces a 1970 version and grants special powers to law enforcement to promote “peaceful co-existence.”
After 52 years of war in Colombia, Bogotá declared the ‘City of Peace’
During an historic Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates and the first ever to be held in a South American nation, Bogotá was declared the ‘City of Peace’ after Colombia ended 52-years of conflict.
First ‘No Car Day’ of 2017 in Bogotá gets underway
The year’s first “No Car Day” is expected to keep some two million vehicles off the capital’s streets.
XY Company’s acrobats kick off at the Teatro Mayor JMSD
The acrobats of the French dance company, Compagnie XY present their spectacular show as part of the year-long Colombia – France Year.