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Where Silence Still Speaks: Discovering the Monastery of Ecce Homo in Boyacá

Eight kilometres beyond the whitewashed streets and polished boutiques of Villa de Leyva, the traffic fades into birdsong and the landscape begins to exhale. The road winds through vineyards, olive groves, patchwork fields and ochre…

RICHARD EMBLIN July 31, 2026

Colombia Marks First Holiday Dedicated to Nation’s Patroness, the Virgin of Chiquinquirá

On Monday, Colombians will celebrate a new national holiday for the first time in the country’s history, honoring Our Lady of the Rosary of Chiquinquirá,…

RICHARD EMBLIN July 11, 2026

Apulo After Steam: Life Along Colombia’s Abandoned Railway

For decades, Apulo has offered a sun-soaked, hot-country getaway for residents of Colombia's capital tired of the cold and rain.

THE CITY PAPER STAFF May 22, 2026

Boyacá: Hiking Through History, High Summits and Andean Flavors

Boyacá is a department best understood at walking pace. Here, the Colombian Andes rise into cold, luminous páramos, colonial towns cling to mountainsides, and trails…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF January 1, 2026

Colombia’s Nevado del Ruiz and Global Rise of Volcano Tourism

Volcanoes are very visible when traveling through most of central Colombia and even though some remain dormant, hikers can climb up to the crater of…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF November 7, 2025

Eight Colombian towns nominated for UN’s Best Tourism Villages 2025

From the snow-capped Andes to the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean, Colombia has nominated eight remarkably diverse rural towns for UN Tourism’s Best Tourism…

THE CITY PAPER STAFF May 15, 2025

Honda: At the timeless heart of Colombia’s Magdalena River

Honda's striking beauty and cultural richness offer a profound and immersive travel experience. So, when planning your next trip to Colombia, be sure to include…

RICHARD EMBLIN August 2, 2024

Sardinata in the majestic Catatumbo embarks on post-conflict tourism

Sardinata, a picturesque town in northeast Colombia, opens its doors to sustainable tourism, offering breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage at the gateway to…

RICHARD EMBLIN July 21, 2024

Hiking Boyacá’s majestic El Consuelo páramo

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…

RICHARD EMBLIN June 24, 2024

Tópaga: A coal mining town with a revolutionary history

Discover Tópaga, a hidden gem in Colombia's Boyacá department where rich history, stunning natural beauty, and unique cultural heritage await adventurous travelers.

RICHARD EMBLIN June 19, 2024

Estoraques de Floresta: A natural wonder in the Boyacá highlands

A stunning natural rift valley with towering limestone columns is one of many unique attractions for those visiting the department of Boyacá.

RICHARD EMBLIN June 18, 2024

Sweet slow travel in Iza and the Boyacá highlands

Embark on a journey to Iza, where the serene landscapes of Colombia's Boyacá highlands meet the rich tapestry of tradition, offering a retreat into the…

RICHARD EMBLIN April 19, 2024