Bogotá is a pluricultural city. Cobbled streets of a colonial past merge with unstoppable contemporary growth. A melting cultural pot that combines city and country perfectly.
The city is also known as the “Athens from South America” as back in the XIX century many poets an
d literary artists insisted on baptizing it with this name due to the great cultural production it had. Nowadays it is home to many imperative museums such as the Gold Museum, Botero Museum and National Museum; astounding Libraries such as Luis Angel Arango and Virgilio Barco; Theaters, art galleries, universities and more compose the impressive academic offer the city has. Bogotá has many cultural venues including 58 museums, 62 art galleries, 33 library networks, 45 stage theaters, 75 sports and attraction parks, and over 150 national monuments.
The architecture of the city has many nuances. From the colonial houses and cobbled streets in the historic center La Candelaria and Usaquén to the more modern buildings found in La Macarena where you will clearly observe the hand of the architect Rogelio Salmona. A European influence can be observed in the few households in Chapinero and Teusaquillo neighborhoods that today house mostly bars, restaurants and coffee shops.
Bogotá is a music lover’s dream city, events, concerts, record stores, clubs, bars, you name it we have it. The independent music scene is very predominant as well and many emerging bands and record labels develop here. A massive cultural appropriation and compromise are held by most of its citizens who follow and support the classic and new artists*. The city is also the host of many music festivals such as Rock al Parque, Jazz al Parque, Estéreo Picnic, Festival Centro, plus many more happen all year long.
A music genre that is worth mentioning is Carranga, typical from the Andean region that is the result of a constant mixture and evolution of indigenous and colonial influences. Carranga is born in the mountains of Colombia, is the music of the country people from this area and it was born around the time when radio became more popular, the people from Boyacá took other rhythms to create this music with their own instruments and lyrics that mainly reflect their daily lives in a humoristic way.
The mixture in terms of gastronomy is undeniable as well. Bogotá has the best gastronomic offer in the country, starting from the more than 40 market plazas it has, continuing with some amazing street food offer and finishing with the best mainstream and local restaurants that serve all tastes. The typical dishes of the region are mostly influenced by soups, tubercles, and stews. Some of the main dishes of the region are Fritanga and Tamal, that are served in all Colombia with differences between regions; Ajiaco, which is the most typical soup made of several types of potatoes, chicken and “guasca” a special herb that gives it a very nice taste.
A vibrant and dynamic metropolis, one of the top capitals of South America. Home to many interesting places. Business and study center for locals and foreigners. Shopping, fine dining, a spectacular nightlife and nature exploration areas, are some of the characteristics that make this city a must when visiting Colombia.
“Listen to: Los Pirañas, Meridian Brothers, Romperayo, Frente Cumbiero, Ghetto Kumbe, La Sonora Mazuren, Edson Velandia, Systema solar.”
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