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BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN COLOMBIA

Colombia has many beautiful and diverse places to visit. The list is considerably long.There are so much to see in Colombia, from historical colonial cities to spectacular natural parks or amazing virgin beaches.

THE SALT CATHEDRAL OF

ZIPAQUIRA

CABO DE LA VELA

VILLA DE LEYVA

CARTAGENA

CARTAGENA

CARTAGENA

Cartagena was declared a World Heritage Site in 1984 for its historical importance as a port city, as well as for its impressive fortification. It was one of the first cities founded in Latin America so its colourful streets are full of history. It is within the walled city that you will find the historic heart and soul of this colonial city. The architecture, the historical sites, the colours, the sounds, the aromas and the atmosphere within the walled city are not only inspiring, but many say they also come together to create the perfect ambience for a little romance.

THE SALT CATHEDRAL OF ZIPAQUIRA

The small town of Zipaquira is famous for its salt mines and for the Salt Cathedral built inside the network of monumental chambers and tunnels that were left behind when commercial mining operations ceased. This cathedral is unlike any other in the world, in terms of its innovative architecture. It was opened in 1995 and represents an eclectic mix of religion and architecture to maximize protection from the ever-present risks of working in a mine.

CABO DE LA VELA

At Cabo de la Vela, you will find beautiful places like: The "Pilon de Azucar, a small peak, from where you will see the stunning views of the region, and the beach "Ojo de agua" a very nice beach to relax, enjoy the spectacular landscape and take a refreshing bath in the Caribbean sea.You will spend the night in one of the Rancherias managed by the local community, where you will have plenty of time to relax and learn a little bit about the Wayuu culture.

VILLA DE LEYVA

Villa de Leyva is definitely the most touristy and popular town in Boyaca. This colonial village frozen in time will make you feel like you have been transported back to the colonial times. Its main plaza is surrounded by magnificent colonial structures and a beautiful parish church, the area of the plaza is about 14000 square meters and it is considered the largest plaza in Colombia. The town has various historic sites, which are also museums like: La Casa Museo Antonio Nariño, the Museo del Carmen, a religious museum exhibiting valuable paintings and religious objects from the 16th century onwards, and the Paleontological Museum, which has a collection of fossils dating from the Cretaceous and Mesozoic period when this area was covered by the sea.

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1. Why people must visit our country?2. Which colombia’s places do you know?3. Which was your favorite place and

why?4. Explain the unknown vocabulary of

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