Cali

Cali in Valle del Cauca is home to some 2,400,000 people.

Cali is located about 190 miles (306 kilometers) southwest of the national capital Bogota and approximately 210 miles (338 kilometers) south of Medellin.

An old religious gathering place, one of the more popular of the many historic sites in this city, is the Cali Cathedral. Appreciate the atmosphere of this interesting building, learn its history and discover why it is so popular with visitors and locals.

Cali boasts some gracious public spaces; Caicedo Square is one of the most popular. Pack a good book and switch your smartphone to silent, this square is the place to step off life’s merry go round for a precious hour or two.

Find a little peace in Dog Park, a place where visitors can breathe in the fresh air. Join in a ball game, read a book, or just soak up the sunshine. This park is the perfect place to unwind.

No vacation in Cali would be complete without visiting the furry, feathered and scaled inhabitants of Cali Zoo. If you can’t spare too much time, collect a map so you can quickly find the key exhibits.

Round up the entire family and spend a day at the Sugar Cane Museum, one of the most popular cultural destinations in Cali. Enjoy the peace and quiet, ask about any temporary displays, pick up a souvenir at the gift shop or just admire the echoes of the past.

The San Antonio Church, the Ermita Church and the El Paraiso Hacienda are three more fascinating attractions, just the thing for those wishing to delve a little deeper into the Cali area.