Bogota, Colombia travel guide

Bogota, Colombia: a guide to the best places to visit and things to do in Bogota Small attractions - Jaime Duke Park: Located in the suburbs of Bogota, about 30 minutes by car. There is a complete replica of India's Taj Mahal, as well as replicas of world-class buildings such as the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Moscow's Red Square and the Egyptian pyramids. In addition, the park also features regular concerts, a zoo sanctuary, a palace of mirrors, a multi-story dinosaur playground, and more. - Bogota Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanico de Bogota Ingredio Celestino Mutis): the largest botanical garden in Colombia, founded in 1955. There are about 19,000 plants in the park, including woodland plants, cacti, palm trees, medicinal plants, aquatic plants, orchids, etc. from the Andes region, as well as Colombia's national tree, the wax palm, and the national flower, the Cattleya. - Torre Colpatria: It is a skyscraper where you can enjoy the night view of Bogota. The ticket price is cheap, only 5,000 pesos, but it is only open three days a week. Featured Experiences - Street graffiti exploration: Bogota has a rich graffiti culture. You can stroll through the Candelabra district and other neighborhoods to admire the colorful and diverse graffiti works and feel the local artistic atmosphere. - Taste specialty coffee: Colombia is the world's second largest coffee exporter. In many coffee shops in Bogota, you can taste Arabica coffee with excellent flavor and balance. Food Recommendations - Arepas: Small round cakes made of cornmeal, which can be paired with a variety of meats, cheeses, vegetables, etc., and have a rich taste. - Bandeja Paisa: It contains beans, rice, meat, sausages, avocado, fried bananas and other ingredients. It is a traditional dish that can taste many flavors. Accommodation recommendations - You can choose to live near the Candlestick District: there are many graffiti walls around it, it is lively at night, there are many bars and restaurants, and it is very convenient to travel and experience the local culture. - You can also consider the Chapinlo district in the north of Bogota: it is relatively quiet, with many boutique hotels and B&Bs, and some niche cafes and art shops around.