Location: Northwestern South America, where the Isthmus of Panama connects Central to South America.
Capital: Bogotá
Tourist Attractions: Colombia is unfortunately known more for drug cartels and abductions, which deter most tourists. However those who visit Columbia will find it an enchanting destination with vibrant cities, scenic beaches and rainforests and thrilling mountains and national parks. Visitors can tour the bustling streets of Bogota, the Lost City of Ciudad Perdida and the World Heritage Site of Cartagena de Indias. Each city is known for its unique charm. Cali, the city of Salsa, Popayan, the white city, Medellin, the city of eternal spring, Cartagena, the heroic city and Pasto, the surprise city, are tourist attractions in Colombia. Parque Nacional Tayrona is a popular snorkeling destination.
Access: There are regular flights to Colombia from North America and European. The major international airports of Colombia are at Bogotá, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Medellín, Cali and San Andrés. Road access is only possible from Venezuela and Ecuador. Tourists can take a boat to the Caribbean ports of Baranquilla, Cartagena, Santa Marta and Turbo or to the Pacific port of Buenaventura.