- Outstanding tourist sites in the Andean region
- The Route or Coffee Triangle
- El Cocuy National Natural Park
- The lost City
- Los Nevados National Natural Park
- The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
- References
The most popular tourist sites in the Andean region of Colombia are the Coffee Route or Triangle, the Cocuy National Natural Park, the Lost City, the Nevados National Natural Park and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
The Andean region of Colombia covers an extensive territory in which it is easy to find beautiful natural landscapes, unique architecture in its cities, and various historical and fun places for all tastes.
According to statistics, adventure tourism has been increasing and the Colombian Andes offer ideal landscapes for those who wish to enjoy nature.
The Andean region is located in the center of Colombia and is divided into three mountain ranges called Central, Occidental and Oriental. Its name is deduced from its location within the Andes Mountains.
Outstanding tourist sites in the Andean region
The Route or Coffee Triangle
To do this tour you must go through Caldas Quindío and Risaralda in central Colombia. This is one of the most sought after routes in gastronomic tourism due to the international prestige that Colombian coffee has.
This area has also been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco.
Visitors will not only be able to learn about the extensive centuries-long tradition in the cultivation and preparation of coffee, but also learn about colonial life thanks to the beautiful architecture of the area that is in perfect condition.
El Cocuy National Natural Park
This park is home to the sixth highest peak in the Andes Mountains, the Ritacuba Blanco. It is located between the departments of Arauca and Boyacá and can be accessed through three routes leaving from Cocuy, Guican or Tame.
Hikers who visit the area will be able to observe glaciers, lagoons and the Arauca River basin there.
The lost City
Its real name is the Teyuna Archaeological Park. It is an indigenous town dating from the 8th or perhaps 9th centuries. In it you can see traditional constructions, stone paths, and the areas that housed the ceremonial centers.
It is ideal for lovers of history and art. To visit the place you need some special permits and you must have a tour guide.
Los Nevados National Natural Park
It is accessed from the departments of Caldas, Quindío, Tolima and Risalda. It is ideal for those who wish to be in contact with the snow and nature and in turn can observe some typical animals of the area such as condors.
No particular preparation is needed to visit the park, just enough shelter.
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
It attracts many foreign tourists, because in this mountain range are the two highest peaks in Colombia, but also the highest located in front of the sea in the world.
Due to its beautiful uniqueness it was declared by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve, Man and Humanity.
In these two peaks, San Cristobal and Simón Bolívar you can practice skiing and mountaineering.
References
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- Borsdorf, A; Stadel, C. (2015). The Andes. A Geographical Portrail. Switzerland: Austral. Retrieved on October 21, 2017 from: books.google.es
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- Jaramillo, J. (sf). Peasants of the Andes. Bogotá: National University of Colombia. Retrieved on October 21, 2017 from: magazines.unal.edu.co