Land Of Sabrosura
Colombia has been undergoing a very positive transformation in the past decade, and with the recent signing of a historic peace treaty the country is now regarded as one of the safest countries for tourists in Latin America. For many years Colombia has remained a mystery for travelers and musicians from around the globe, but Colombians are now welcoming visitors from around the planet with open arms.
Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet, and is equally diverse in terms of music (more than 1,000 rhythms). A country with many distinct, varied regions, each with its own unique customs, music, dances, traditions, accents, social patterns, and cultural adaptations. An added benefit is the food! Along with other cultural expressions of national identity, Colombian cuisine varies among its many different regions, and is as diverse as its climate, landscapes, and people.
Colombia is the second country in the world in biodiversity and the first in species of birds and the second in biodiversity.
Some basic facts about traveling in Colombia:
Passport & Visa
Citizens of the United States, Canada and most European countries require a valid passport to enter Colombia. Visas are not required if you are a citizen of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, or the United States.
What to Bring
The country’s climate varies by region. Temperatures vary in relation to elevation rather than latitude. So dress accordingly the areas you will be visiting. Cali is 25 Celsius degrees in average all year round and Cartagena is 28 Celsius degrees.
Electricity
The country operates on 110 volt like the United States. Electric outlets accept U.S.-type plugs. This means that transformers are not necessary for tourists from the U.S. We have seen 220 volt outlets in very remote locations.
Insurance
No need to say, but always wise to buy travel insurance before any of your international travels.
Water
They say tap water is safe in most cities, personally, we recommend you avoid drinking tap water, specially in rural areas. As an extra precaution some travelers choose to brush their teeth with bottle water in those rural areas too.
Language
The majority of Colombians speak Spanish.
Currency
The Colombian peso (COL$) is the official currency. Money is denominated in notes of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, and 50,000, and coins of 20, 50, 100, 200, and 500 pesos.
Time Zone
All of Colombia is 5 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time, that is, the same as U.S. Eastern Standard Time (EST) Colombia does not observe Daylight Savings Time.
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