Martha Diaz is a Colombian artist who emigrated to Japan 40 years ago: She recounts her story in the Land of the Rising Sun with Colombia One. Credit: Martha Yokoi DiazThe Colombian diaspora has reached even the most distant countries: Martha Diaz Suarez, a 64-year-old woman from Tolima, has been li
Riosucio, Caldas, celebrates the Carnival of the Devil every odd-numbered year. This celebration features the Devil as its central symbol. Credit: Mario Restrepo DA, CC BY-SA 4.0 /Wikimedia CommonsRiosucio, Caldas, celebrates one of Colombia’s most iconic festivities: the Carnival of the Devil. This
Colombia celebrates Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, with many events and traditions including the Rosca de Reyes cake. Credit: Daniel Murguia / CC BY-ND 2.0.Colombia, as elsewhere in the Catholic world, is today celebrating Epiphany, or the Day of the Three Kings. This holiday, which commemorates the
Colombians, widely known for salsa and reggaeton, are also prolific rappers, creating music across various genres from Bogota to Medellin. Credit: Teatro Pablo Tobon Uribe / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.While many famous Colombian artists excel in genres like reggaeton, salsa, or vallenato, the country has also
Colombia is globally renowned for the quality of its coffee, but the origins of these prized beans in the country are relatively recent. Credit: 2010CIAT / Neil Palmer / CC BY-SA 2.0Colombia is widely recognized for the quality of its Arabica coffee beans, considered among the best in the world. How
Colombian influencer Kate Turquia, a woman who became a Muslim and emigrated to Turkey for love, shared her new life with Colombia One. Credit: Katherine’s courtesy.Katherine, known as Kate Turquia by her 15,000 followers on Instagram, shares her journey as a Colombian woman who became a Muslim and
Afro-Colombian women from San Basilio de Palenque, knwon as “palenqueras”, are renowned for the traditional sweets they sell in Cartagena. Credit: Gonzalo G. Useta / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0The Afro-women from San Basilio de Palenque, Colombia, knwon as “palenqueras”, are renowned for their tasteful food and
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
Colombia is home to 20% of the world’s bird species and receives 127 migratory bird species, making it an ideal destination for birdwatching. Credit: Jei Pov / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0With an astonishing variety of avian species, Colombia offers a unique and thrilling experience for birdwatching. The country
Several Colombian tv shows have become icons due to their entertainment format, with humor being one of the standout elements. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneOver the years, Colombian broadcasters have produced several iconic TV shows that have left an indelible mark on the country’s collective
Colombians living in Paris, France, are a vibrant and supportive community, proudly representing Colombia through culture and way of life. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneThe Colombian community in Paris is one of the most vibrant ones in the diaspora. With a presence spanning several decades, Co
Colombian fashion designers are setting global style trends thanks to their unique and locally-inspired designs. Credit: Darvin Salamanca /ColombiaOneColombia is the birthplace of many successful fashion designers who have set international trends with their distinctive styles. Silvia Tcherassi, Joh
Traditional Lebanese cuisine has had a significant influence on Colombian dishes, especially on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia One.Lebanese cuisine has had a notable influence on Colombian gastronomy, especially in the Caribbean coast region. This influence began in the
Colombia’s beauty pageants celebrate culture with unique themes, from coffee to animals, uniting communities in vibrant festivities. Credit: Colombia One.Colombia’s culture is rich in diverse celebrations that bring together hundreds of people around various themes, including vibrant beauty pageants
In Colombia, January aligns with South American summer vacations: Here are three festivals you can’t miss during this time. Credit: AP / Colombia One.As Colombia enters summer, some of the country’s best festivals are beginning. Far from taking a break from the excitement of December, Colombians are
The Carnival of Blacks and Whites in Pasto, Colombia, is a UNESCO heritage event celebrating the country’s amazing cultural diversity. Credit: Jhonsca / CC BY-SA 4.0The Carnival of Blacks and Whites, or “Carnaval de Negros y Blancos,” is an annual cultural celebration in Pasto, Nariño, Colombia. Rec
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
Sergio Cabrera’s “The Strategy of the Snail” explores inequality and injustice in Colombia, in a film classic that is as relevant as ever. Credit: Luis Ospino / ColombiaOne. “The Strategy of the Snail,” directed by Sergio Cabrera in 1993, is an emblematic Colombian film that combines comedy, drama a
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
The ancient Aztecs and Maya had nuanced calendars and specific New Year dates, which they observed with special traditions and rituals. Arian Zwegers, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.The ancient Aztecs and Maya had nuanced calendars that celebrated New Year’s Eve on different dates, with special tr
According to this New Year’s eve tradition from Colombia, eating the twelve grapes leads to a year of good luck and prosperity. Credit: Public domain/Pexel/Bruno ScramgnonThe tradition of eating twelve grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve, known as ‘The Twelve Grapes,’ is a practice that transcends
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
The Muiscas were an ancient indigenous civilization inhabiting Colombia’s Bogota plateau before the arrival of the Spaniards. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneDeep within the history of Colombia lies the fascinating civilization of the Muiscas. Flourishing long before the arrival of the Spanish co
Colombia’s ARC Gloria has three sister ships made in the same shipyard, owned by Mexico, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Credit: Anne de Saboullin Bollena/ColombiaOneColombia’s ARC Gloria has gained international attention throughout its tour across European ports. However, this beautiful three-masted bark
