Colombia has a wide variety of places and festivities recognized as heritage by UNESCO; one of them is the Carnival of Barranquilla. Credit: Mark Koester, CC-BY-2.0-Colombia is one of the most diverse countries on the planet, not only because of its geography and biodiversity, but also due to the ri
In Colombia’s La Guajira region, the enduring legend of Francisco El Hombre tells of a vallenato master who defied the devil with his music. Credit: AP / Colombia OneIn the vibrant folklore legends of Colombia, a symbolic figure takes center stage – Francisco El Hombre (Francisco the Man). This lege
Easter Sunday marks the end of Holy Week in Colombia and throughout the Catholic world, ushering in a new season in the religious calendar. Credit: Luz Adriana Villa, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr.Easter Sunday is the day that brings Holy Week to a close in Colombia. After several days marked by silence, proce
Italian flag (Rome, Italy). Credit: Liz Castro / Flickr / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0Italy’s population stabilized in 2025 after years of decline, but the shift did not come from a baby boom or a drop in deaths. New provisional data show that migration from abroad was the main force that kept the country’s tota
The Carrera de los Santos is one of the most unusual Holy Week events in Colombia, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. Credit: Roberto Urrea, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr The Race of the Saints is one of the most unusual traditions of Holy Week in Colombia. This event, which takes place in San Agusti
Padre Marianito is one of the most important religious figures of the Catholic Church in Colombia, especially in the department of Antioquia. Credit: SajoR, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia’s religious history includes figures who have left a profound mark on the country’s spiritual life, an
In Latin America, the historical dominance of the Catholic Church continues to weaken, even though most people of that faith remain deeply religious. Credit: reference image X: @episcopadocolThere is a paradox that the Pew Research Center established at the beginning of this year, and that should al
Cinderella: an 1818 painting. Credit: Jean-Antoine Laurent / Wikimedia Commons / Public DomainA Chinese version of the Cinderella story may have been recorded in China more than a millennium before it became a Western classic. Research published in the journal Oral Tradition points to a ninth-centur
The corozo sweet is one of the emblematic desserts of the Colombian Caribbean during Holy Week. Credit: Jdvillalobos, Public Domain / Wikimedia Commons Each year during Holy Week, households across the Colombian Caribbean fill with sweet aromas, vibrant colors, and memories of tradition. Among the m
Cartagena’s historic walled city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, blends colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and Caribbean charm, key factors behind its recognition as Best International Destination. Credit: Aria Hotels Courtesy Cartagena was named Best International Destination at the Food and Tr
The golden toilet throne stands before the Washington Monument. Credit: GR ArchiveA gold-painted toilet placed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., drew widespread attention Monday, as visitors stopped to photograph and debate the unusual installation positioned between the U.S. Capitol and the
Valledupar is getting ready for one of the most important celebrations of Colombian folklore: the 2026 Vallenato Festival in its 59th edition. Credit: Carlos A Zambrano, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr Valledupar is getting ready to celebrate one of its most important cultural events: The 59th edition of t
Santa Cruz de Mompox is considered the Land of God in Colombia, and Holy Week here is one of the most emblematic in the country. Credit: Armando Calderon, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr Santa Cruz de Mompox, located on the banks of the Magdalena River in the department of Bolivar, is one of Colombia’s mos
Las Lajas Sanctuary is a basilica church located in the southern Department of Nariño, municipality of Ipiales, Colombia. Credit: Diego Delso CC BY-SA 4.0Ten churches define Catholic tradition across Colombia, from sanctuaries built over canyon walls to cathedrals carved beneath the earth, and from
Submerged Monument 1, basalt column and monument 2, smooth altar at the front. Credit: UNESCOArchaeologists have confirmed the presence of an ancient Maya settlement beneath Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, describing it as a rare example of a community submerged by natural forces rather than human intent
Neanderthals in St. Michael’s Cave, Gibraltar. Credit: Yulia S, CC-BY-3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsA new genetic study suggests that most European Neanderthals who lived in Europe during their final period may have originated from a single ancestral population, reshaping current understanding of their pop
Holy Week in Colombia is celebrated throughout the entire country, and Palm Sunday is one of the most observed days among believers. Credit: Quimbaya, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrPalm Sunday is one of the most emblematic celebrations in the Catholic calendar and marks the beginning of Holy Week. In Col
Colombia celebrates Easter with a variety of traditions, ranging from religious services to its meat-free gastronomy. Credit: Colombia OneHoly Week in Colombia is one of the most important religious and cultural expressions in the country. Celebrated with fervor in almost every region, this Catholic
Whether those in the city decide to go to the ciclovia or climb the emblematic Monserrate hill, what is certain is that they will put the condition of their heart to the test. Credit: IDRDThe upcoming Holy Week in Bogota will combine faith and physical activity. Whether those in the city decide to g
Reconstruction of a violent prehistoric Homo sapiens. Credit: GR ArchiveHuman violence may not be a single, fixed natural trait shaped entirely by evolution, according to new research that challenges long-standing assumptions about violence. A study led by Bonaventura Majolo at the University of Lin
The Festival connects five continents through 25 international performances from 16 countries, alongside the creative force of 32 national companies and 44 district companies. Credit: Lina Rozo / Ministry of Cultures, Arts, and KnowledgeThe Colombian capital began experiencing the second edition of
Each day of Holy Week commemorates the journey of Christ’s Passion and invites all believers to reflection. Credit: nanreH, hrfj, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr Holy Week is one of the most significant liturgical periods for millions of believers. Each day recalls a key moment from the final steps of Jesu
The Panini World Cup 2026 sticker album is now on presale in Colombia. Explore the costs, new formats, and the cultural tradition of filling the album. In the photo, young collectors exchanging Panini stickers. Filling the Panini World Cup album has been a cultural tradition in Colombia since 1970,
Colombia is one step away from banning female genital mutilation as cases decline but persist in Indigenous communities. Credit: Mauricio Moreno Photography / X Account Courtesy / Public Domain Colombia is approaching a decisive moment in the defense of human rights. The country is just one step awa
