The film “Un Poeta” will represent Colombia at the Oscars and the Goyas in 2026, following its successful run at Cannes. Credit: Kacy Bao, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia.The film Un Poeta, by director Simon Mesa Soto, has been chosen by the Colombian Academy of Arts and Cinematographic Sciences to represe
In Colombian Spanish, there are several words adopted from English. Most of them are written phonetically. Credit: Darwin Bell, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrThe Spanish spoken in Colombia is a mosaic of expressions, popular phrases, and borrowings from other languages, particularly English. Through commerci
Part of Colombia’s magic, an Andean nation, lies in its mountains — lush places where magic, mystery, and spirituality intertwine. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombia’s mountains are magical places. Far from images of snow-capped peaks and biting cold, the Colombian mountains are lush realms
The smiling mummy of San Bernardo, Colombia. Credit : kssuarezp / CC BY-SA 4.0 DEEDColombia is a land of myths, legends and wonders, with one of the most impenetrable mysteries being that of the mummies of San Bernardo. Located in the Cundinamarca departement, 100 km south of Bogota, the village of
Bogota’s Cordillera Fest 2025 in Colombia drew Spanish-language music greats, 82,000 attendees, and US$18 million in revenue. Credit: @CordilleraFest / X.com.In Colombia, the 2025 Cordillera Fest successfully brought together more than 82,000 attendees, consolidating this important Bogota music even
From novels by Gabriel Garcia Marquez to stories by Laura Restrepo, here are books from Colombia you should read. Credit: AP / Colombia OneColombia has produced some of the greatest literary minds of our time. Like movies, books offer a window into a country’s culture and history, providing an intim
A rediscovery of the rich heritage of Afro-Panamanian cuisine and its ever-lasting role in Panama gastronomy. Credit: Torrejas de Bacalao -‘La Tapa del Coco’ / Courtesy. Deeply embedded in Panama’s Afro-descendant communities, the culinary tradition, rich in history and storytelling of Afro-Panamani
Each Colombian peso bill tells a story, from the country’s wildlife and plan life to the figures who have shaped its history. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneSince 2016, Colombia has introduced a new family of banknotes that not only modernize the currency but also showcase the country’s rich bio
La Llorona, or Crying Woman, is a terrifying legend from Colombia and Latin America, passed down from generation to generation. Credit: pxhere/Public domainThe legend of La Llorona, or Crying Woman, is one of Colombia’s most impacting terror stories. This haunting tale varies across different region
The Arhuaco, an Indigenous people from Colombia, deplore the way modern society has “prostituted” coca, their ancestral sacred plant. Credit: A.P. / ColombiaOne.“Coca, our sacred plant, has been prostituted”: This is the heartfelt cry of Noel Torres, leader of the Arhuaco Indigenous people of Colomb
The Aztec death whistles were terrifying ritual instruments with strange psychoacoustic effects on the mind. Credits: Jennysnest, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsThe Aztec death whistles are a menacing artifact. They are skull-shaped and emit an eerie, high-pitched screeching sound similar to a s
In Colombia’s San Andres and Providencia archipelago, people speak not only Spanish but also Creole, known as San Andres Creole.Credit: CONPES / CC BY 2.0Spanish is not the only language spoken in Colombia: In the Caribbean archipelago of San Andres and Providencia, its people speaks Creole. The Cre
In Latin America, many Spanish words have regional variations, especially when referring to food, objects, and clothing. Credit: Kewing, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrSpanish is the language that unites millions of people in Latin America, but it is also an endless source of surprises. Although we share the
Colombian circus artist Julian Moreno tells Colombia One about his journey from life on the streets to the global stage and Cirque du Soleil. Credit: Courtesy Julian Moreno.Julian Moreno is a Colombian circus artist who has performed on some of the most acclaimed stages in his field, including the f
Nimrod, the ruler credited with constructing the Tower of Babel, is a mysterious Bible figure whose identity remains uncertain. Credits: Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.Nimrod, the tyrant mentioned in Genesis, has been a source of mystery and intrigue for historians and biblical scholars for mi
Discover the five best destinations for first-time travelers to Colombia, for a sensational and unforgettable experience. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombia has become an increasingly popular destination for travelers seeking adventure, rich cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes
Chinchina is known as the coffee emporium of Colombia, and is renowned for its giant coffee cup, the largest in the country. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneIn the heart of Colombia’s Coffee Cultural Landscape lies Chinchina, a town in the department of Caldas known as the country’s coffee empori
TIFF hosts the world premiere of “November,” the Colombian film inspired by the tragic siege of the Palace of Justice in November 1985. Credit: Burning Courtesy.The Colombian film November, the debut feature by director Tomas Corredor, is having its world premiere these days at the Toronto Internati
Colombian women are known for their personal care; for this reason, many of them have beauty secrets they put into practice to stay radiant. Credit: Jorge Larios, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0Colombian women are among the most beautiful women in the world. They have always been known for their dedication to perso
In Colombia, during the month of September, several cities pay tribute to jazz, a musical genre that has been embraced in the country. Credit: Esaenztejada, CC BY 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsThe month of September in Colombia sounds like jazz. Cities such as Bogota, Medellin, Cali, Pasto, and Santa Cruz
Luis Miguel, a tattoo artist from Medellin, Colombia, decided to move to the U.S. to pursue personal and professional growth. Credit: Courtesy of Luis Miguel HinestrozaTattoo artist Luis Miguel Hinestroza is perhaps the most well-known Colombian in the U.S. tattoo scene. A professional tattoo artist
Yudi Aguilar, one of the most iconic figures of Colombian Cali-style salsa in Spain, discusses her life and art with ColombiaOne. Credit: Yudy Aguilar CourtesyYudi Aguilar is one of the most iconic figures of Colombian Cali-style salsa, a discipline she has managed to take to Spain and elsewhere in
The Cristo Rey of Belalcazar, located in Caldas, Colombia, is a symbol of peace, reconciliation, and faith for its inhabitants. Credit: Juan Rafael, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsThe Christ the King of Belalcazar is a monumental sculpture located on Cerro del Oso, in Belalcázar, in the southwest o
La Madremonte is an important figure in Colombia’s folkflore: according to the legend, she is the guardian of forest and nature. Credit: SajoR / CC BY-NC 2.5In the depths of Colombia’s lush Amazon and Eastern Plains, the legend of La Madremonte has been passed down through generations, rooted in the
