Recinto del Pensamiento is one of the best attractions in Manizales. It’s a peaceful nature park a short drive east of the city center.
Villamaría is a town just outside the city of Manizales in the Coffee Region of Colombia. Some rural parts of the town are included in the UNESCO World Heritage listed Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia.
The most important building in Manizales is the Manizales Cathedral (Catedral de Manizales). It sits on the south side of Plaza de Bolívar.
A brief guide on what to do in Manizales. Whether you’re into history and architecture or want to get in a decent hike, the city has plenty of things to keeps you busy for a couple days.
Mistrató is a very small town in the Coffee Region of Colombia. It’s situated in a river valley and surrounded by green mountains.
Umbría Valley, located halfway between Belén de Umbría and Mistrató in the department of Risaralda, Colombia, has a couple places to visit.
A brief guide on where to stay in Bogotá, Colombia. There are several options for every taste and budget in the best areas of the city.
Taparcal is a tiny village just 15 minutes from Belén de Umbría. It’s set beautifully on a small mountain ridge with incredible views in every direction. It’s located within the UNESCO World Heritage listed Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia.
If you find yourself in Pereira with extra time to kill, head across the bridge to the suburb of Dosquebradas.
Sightseeing is limited in Pereira, but it still has a pleasant city center.