Heated debate between Colombia and Venezuela over the origin of the arepa is cementing its culinary legacy across borders. Credit: Nathalia Angarita / CC BY- 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.In Colombia, the arepa is often seen as an essential side dish, whereas in neighboring Venezuela, it is the undisput
The railway is central in the stories of Macondo by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Credit:Jesus De La Ossa / Colombia OneIn the vast jungle of Latin American literature, there is a fictional place that transcends the boundaries of reality to become a cultural icon: Macondo. This utopian and mysterious vill
Colombia women are recognized as the most beautiful in the world, thanks to their delicate features and expressive gaze. Credit: Paul Saad, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombia is world-renowned for its biodiversity, coffee, music, vibrant culture, and the beauty of its women. From beauty queens to inte
In Sweden, grandparents receive state-funded paid leave to care for their grandchildren during the child’s first year of life. Credit: Chema Concellon, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrSweden is the first country in the world to implement paid leave specifically for grandparents who care for their grandchild
A comprehensive 2015 study has found that Spanish ranks as the “happiest” of the ten major world languages, thanks to having positive words. Credit: Rosalba Tarazona, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Flickr. Credit: Ignacio Ramirez / CC BY 2.0Spanish is the happiest language in the world! A comprehensive 2015 study b
These five cult Colombian movies truly best represent the diversity and depth of Colombia’s cinematic landscape. Credit: Fair use of theatrical posters to identify the movies mentioned in the article.Colombian movies are recognized for their visual power and raw way of addressing the world and its r
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
An Australian artist has captivated social media by sharing illustrations of Colombia’s traditional flavors and some of the country’s customs. Credit: mmmyoso, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrFrom enchanting juices to traditional dishes that evoke nostalgia, an Australian content creator has found in Colomb
China’s birth rate has tumbled to its lowest level since the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, official data shows. Credit: IFRC – CC-BY-2.0 via Flickr. China’s birth rate has tumbled to its lowest level since the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, official data shows. The country h
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 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
Bambuco, a cherished and indigenous musical genre, finds its origins in the heart of Colombia’s Andean region. Credit: Politecnico Grancolombiano / CC BY-NC 2.0Bambuco is revered as one of the most emblematic music genres in Colombia.Bambuco is characterized by its distinctive binary rhythm and its
The town of Aracataca, in Colombia, is where Gabriel Garcia Marquez was inspired to create his fantastic literary Macondo. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.The name Aracataca, a small town in Colombia’s Caribbean region, is forever linked to writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, winner of the 1982 Nobel Prize i
Sisters Diana, Kelly, and Paola Garcia are taking Colombian folklore to Connecticut with their Ballet de las Americas. Credit: Ballet Folklórico de las Américas and Paola Garcia courtesyFor Colombian sisters Diana, Kelly, and Paola Garcia, dance is a way of staying close to home — even while living
The coca leaf remains one of South America’s most misunderstood plants — an ancient natural energizer deeply rooted in Andean culture. Credit: Virgi Asprilla / Colombia OneThe coca leaf is a sacred plant of the Amazonian Andes. This shrub is native to countries such as Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, an
Latinos have made a significant impact on the US food scene, largely due to migration trends and the quality of their gastronomy. Credit: Larry Miller, CC BY-SA 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons.Latino food has become increasingly popular in the U.S. due to a combination of demographic shifts, cultural influe
In the Catalonian town of Tarragona, Spain, an incredible tradition takes place every two years: people climb together to form human towers. Credit: Alba Esteve.In the town of Tarragona, in the Catalonia region of Spain, an incredible tradition occurs every two years: people stack together to form h
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
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
A Scythian depicted on ancient Greek red-figure pottery. Credit: Sailko / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0In a major step toward solving a long-standing archaeological mystery, researchers in Israel are turning to science to uncover where ancient pottery was made. The national project, launched by t
The thriving Colombian community in Toronto, Canada, continues to grow while contributing to a country that offers many opportunities. Credit: Collage by Colombia One.Canada is known for its harsh winters, but Colombians living in Toronto have found a way to stay warm.Many Colombians choose to immig
“Colombia” is often misspelled or confused with “Columbia” by Americans and other English speakers. But where does this confusion come from? Credit: Duncan Cumming / CC BY-NC 2.0As an English speaker, you may have misspelled “Colombia” as “Columbia.” This common mistake, which includes only a one-le
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
The rise of Venezuelan cuisine, from arepas to tequeños, as traditional Venezuelan food finds a home across the globe. Credit: Orale Arepa / Courtesy.With over 7.7 million Venezuelans having left the country, Venezuelan cuisine has taken center stage in cosmopolitan cities such as Miami, New York,
