The páramo of El Consuelo in the departments of Boyacá and Santander is a majestic high-altitude wetland that draws attention for its unique biodiversity and ancient frailejón plants. Local conservation efforts are underway to protect this vital ecosystem from climate change and human activity.
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Medellín leads Colombian cities with Venezuelan migrant population
Colombia’s second-largest city – Medellín – now hosts over 240,000 Venezuelan migrants, making up 10% of its population, amid concerns over rising xenophobia and declining tourism and hotel occupancy.
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Colombia’s Migración cracks down on travelers with records of sex abuse
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Sweet slow travel in Iza and the Boyacá highlands
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Medellín launches sex abuse prevention campaign for foreign visitors
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Emirates gets Colombia route with daily Bogotá – Dubai flight
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Canada urges visitors to Colombia to exercise “high caution”
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US Embassy warns foreigners of using Dating Apps in Colombia
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