Colombia is recognized for its incredible landscapes, but also for its architecture and culture due to a combination of historical, geographical and social factors that have allowed its development over time. In line with these aspects, There are 18 towns that keep alive the ancestral traditions that enrich the country. What are these assets?
The official page of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism These are the most notable towns and the reasons that led them to consecrate themselves.
1. Aguadas, Caldas. “A picturesque and typical town, recognized for its coffee culture.”
2. Barichara, Santander. “One of the characteristic towns of Santander for its rammed earth construction technique.”
3. Ciénaga, Magdalena. “Source of inspiration for Gabriel García Márquez.”
4. The Garden, Antioquia. “One of the towns where you can learn more about Paisa culture.”
5. Guadalajara de Buga, Valle del Cauca. “Home of the Basilica of the Lord of Miracles.”
6. Jericho, Antioch. “Also called the “most beautiful town in Antioquia” for its topography, republican style and landscapes.”
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Guadalajara de Buga, one of the 18 Heritage towns of Colombia
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7. Monguí, Boyacá. “Home of the artisans who produce the most beautiful balls.”
8. Honda, Tolima. “Known as “the city of bridges” on the Magdalena River.”
9. Belén Beach, Norte de Santander. The Los Estoraques Park is located here, where columns of eroded rock are found.
10. Salamina, Caldas. The “city of light” of Caldas, where numerous poets, musicians, actors and writers were born.
11. Villa of the Knights of San Juan de Girón, Santander. “A small town recognized for its Spanish colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, houses with white walls and large dark brown doors.”
12. Villa de Guaduas, Cundinamarca. “Province of Bajo Magdalena and a fundamental part of the history of Colombia.”
13. Santa Cruz de Lorica, Córdoba. The “ancient and stately city”, located near the Sinú River.
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Santa Cruz de Mompox
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14. Santa Cruz de Mompox, Bolívar. “Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and testimony to a large part of Colombia’s history, due to its proximity to the banks of the Magdalena River.”
15. Santa Fe de Antioquia, Antioquia. “It houses a series of national monuments from the colonial era. It has seven churches and houses with architecture from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries.”
16. Villa de Leyva, Boyacá. A small town that stands out for its enormous main square paved and flanked by old colonial buildings.
17. El Socorro, Santander. A town with a vast historical wealth, where the first act of independence of Colombia was signed
18. Pore, Casanare. Historical and cultural heritage of the nation, and recognized for the walled prisons built by the Spanish.
Without a doubt, each prominent town keeps important fragments of Colombian history that contribute to the national identity.
