Colombia is located in the heart of the tropics, in the upper vertex of the South American continent. It is the fourth largest country in South America. The Andes Mountains define the country’s topography; Colombia is the only country where the world’s biggest mountain chain is divided up into three mountain ranges. Politically, it is South America’s oldest democracy; the country is currently a passionately optimistic.

In Colombia’s vibrant musical scene, gastronomical delights and tourist attractions, as well as in its autochthonous cultural and artistic activities, there is a sense of well-being that the international press has identified as the best kept tourist secret in the world, calling it one of the top ten must seen destinations.

In recent year’s, the country has established an image of stability as a result of aligning economic growth and development with the environment and the population of each region.

In this land of contrasts and breathtaking scenery, every corner has its own unique charm and characteristics that make it different from the rest. However, this wealth of diversity is unified by its biggest asset; the people. Because in Colombia, even the daily life of the people is a tourist attraction.

Colombia can all but fascinate for its rich historic past, visible in cities that maintain an intact colonial patrimony as seen on the streets, residences and churches of Cartagena, Mompox, Girón and Bogotá, among others. Do not forget the ancient pre Columbian civilizations whose cultures survives to our day leaving us the heritage of gold, precious stones and ceramic creations of astounding beauty. The park of San Agustin is the country most important archeological zone showcasing giant stone sculptures, examples of the height of funerary art. Ciudad Perdida and Pueblito in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta hold testimony to the Tayrona culture’s advanced knowledge of the use of water in construction.

From the Caribbean Sea to the Andes Mountains, from tropical rainforests to cosmopolitan cities, Colombia shares the secrets of its natural beauty, diversity, traditions and wealth of opportunities through the culture of its people.