Often overshadowed by the serene and colonial Villa de Leyva, Paipa is a nearby destination known for its hot healing springs and cold highland lake.
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Villa de Leyva: Close to the capital, far from modern day
As one of the most emblematic colonial towns in all of Latin America, Villa de Leyva is a must-take trip into Colombia’s past.
Tibasosa in Boyacá set to host another edition of its Feijoa Festival
If traveling the backwaters of Boyacá don’t miss Tibasosa’s feijoa festival, which celebrates this small green fruit.
Officials remove at least two tons of dead fish from Boyacá lake
Thousands of dead fish have been removed since Friday from Lake Sochagota near the Boyacá town of Paipa.
On the Dino trail in Villa de Leyva
Every generation rediscovers its dinosaur past. In Colombia there are paleontological sites scattered across Tolima, Santander and Boyacá.
Medicinal powers of a páramo
Colombia’s high altitude wetlands are home to rare herbs and medicinal plants used by communities for their curative elements.
Villa de Leyva “extreme”
Heading to Villa de Leyva? Catch an ancient music festival and an endurance BMX race by Andes Epic.
Bogotá museums expand their food offerings
Cultural foods: Two restaurants in Bogotá turn tables in landmark spaces thanks to their take on Colombian cooking.
Raquira: Red hues of heaven
Why not take advantage of a day trip from Bogotá to explore Cundinamarca’s spiritual heartland?
Insider’s guide to Villa de Leyva
Hemmed-in by orchards and olive groves, the colonial enclave of Villa de Leyva remains one of Colombia’s must see destinations.
Farmers are Protesting: Boyacá’s Agrarian predicament
The agrarian strike has deep roots in the agricultural heartland of Boyacá, and has affected the peace and tranquility of the department.
Morning view of Monguí
Big Picture. The colonial town of Monguí in the central Boyacá highlands was one of the first settlements in the Americas.
Running with kites
August is the month of kites and a spectacle in one of this country’s most attractive destinations, Villa de Leyva.
Villa de Leyva: Writer’s escape
Villa de Leyva is more than fossils and walking cobble streets. It’s a refuge for artists looking for inspiration far from it all.
Gunpowder and colonial churches
Tunja may not get the attention it deserves, but with colonialism on every curb, the capital of Boyacá has its share of history and gastronomic curiosities.
Made in Nobsa
Nobsa, Boyacá hosts an annual International Ruana Day to celebrate the traditional Muisca garment.