Located northeast of Bogota, in the scenic valley of the Río de Oro with roots deep in colonial history, Bucaramanga is the capital of Santander province.
Besides its natural attractions, Bucaramanga is a university city and combines culture, commerce, agriculture and technology with tourism.
Bucaramanga has an average temperature of 26°C (82ºF) with an average humidity of 65%, with its tropical climate slightly moderated by the 959m plateau elevation. The weather supports plentiful outdoor activities and sports, including golf, water sports and fishing.
Where to Stay and Eat:
The visitors will enjoy its regional cuisine with emphasis on local products, including coffee. Guests might try local favourites, the platos typicos including fried ants, hormigas culonas, roast goat and others.
What to Do and See:
The city has 14 neighbourhoods or communes.
One of the most beautiful in the region is Catedral de la Sagrado Corazon .
Another place of interest is Casa de Bolivar (Simon Bolívar stayed here).
You may also visit Parroquia de San Laureano, one of the oldest churches, dating from 1774.
Check out the oldest church in the city and a colonial gem - Capilla de los Dolores.
About 10 km from Bucaramanga Giron, a pretty little town that dates from 1631 preserves much of its colonial heritage. The charming Plazuela Peralta and the Plazuela de las Nieves explain why this little town has attracted artists and intellectuals. This destination is very popular on weekends and holidays.
On a mesa above Bucaramanga where the international airport is located, Lebrija Church is situated.
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