Southern Colombia is home to two of the country’s most important archaeological sites—San Agustín and Tierradentro—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These ancient locations provide a rare glimpse into pre-Columbian cultures whose identities remain largely mysterious. With their intricate statues, burial chambers, and tombs, these sites are an archaeological treasure trove.
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Crossing the Ecuador Colombia Border and Southern Colombia
Southern Colombia and the Colombia Ecuador border, characterized by the Andes mountains. The region’s history reflects indigenous, Incan, and Spanish influences. Key towns like Pasto and Tulcán and the spiritual Santuario de Las Lajas offer cultural experiences, while migration issues and infrastructure challenges persist.
Continue readingQuito, Otavalo & the Equator
On our second and third visits to Quito we stayed in the old town, which is a lot quieter than the New Town, especially at night. The old town has largely kept most of its …
Continue readingGalápagos Islands – Part 2 Land Based Activities
Before starting properly the second leg of our tour we visited the Chato Tortoise Reserve in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island, which is a large farm where there are a large number of these …
Continue readingGalápagos Islands – Part 1 Sea Based Activities
To maximise our experience of the Galápagos Islands we chose to do a mixture of sea based and land based activities. For the first four days we were on the MV Legend run by Go …
Continue readingKuélap – Fortress in the Clouds
Kuélap, an enigmatic fortress in the clouds and the surrounding Chachapoyas region offer a unique glimpse into Peru’s lesser-known history, culture, and natural beauty. Its remoteness and the challenges in getting there have preserved the site from over-tourism, making it a rewarding destination for adventurous travellers.
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