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One of Santander's lesser known destinations, Socorro boasts small town charm and a critical role in Colombian history.

In the heart of Colombia's coffee region, Filandia offers picture-perfect scenery, affordability and a laid-back lifestyle.

Take the Turistren to the town of Zipaquirá for a relaxed and unique trip through the Sabana de Bogotá by train.

When the mills moved away from Salamina, Ester Chiliguano stayed to teach new students and keep the weaving tradition alive.

A walker's paradise, Guane offers visitors the chance to retrace the steps German explorer Geo von Lengerke.

Ibagué is Colombia's music capital. It's also a laid-back town with gorgeous nature, tasty cuisine and perfect weather.

Just outside the city, the Sabana de Bogotá is a world apart. Lush meadows and forests make a relaxing day trip.

In the sun-baked uplands of Boyacá lies the small town of Iza, the gateway to Lago de Tota, Colombia’s largest natural lake.

Gateway to one of Colombia’s most beautiful valleys, the Valle de Cocora, is Salento: a picture perfect colonial town.

Oliver Harvey tours wind-swept Manizales and what just might be Colombia’s coffee central, Chinchiná.

Steep mountains and raging rivers are just part of scenic Santander. If you work up an appetite, nibble on fried ants.

An aggressive urban renewal in Medellín is transforming a derelict district into a lively creative hub for art and gastronomy.