Dane’s Guidebook Bucaramanga 2020

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Dane’s Guidebook Bucaramanga 2020

Neighborhoods

Cabecera Is the center for entertainment, food, drinks, nightlife in the entire city. The best of everything is in this sector, so look up online restaurant recommendations, shopping, public parks and night life locations and you will find them here.
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Cabecera del llano
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Cabecera Is the center for entertainment, food, drinks, nightlife in the entire city. The best of everything is in this sector, so look up online restaurant recommendations, shopping, public parks and night life locations and you will find them here.
Floridablanca is a municipality in the department of Santander at an altitude of 925 metres (3,035 ft) in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. It is part of the metropolitan area of Bucaramanga. Floridablanca is known for its parks and the Piedra del Sol, a large rock with spirals and circles carved by the Guane over 1,000 years ago.] This city is home of the tallest statue of Jesus Christ in Colombia, "El Santisimo". The statue is 40 metres (130 ft) high and weighs 40 tonnes (88,000 lb). Floridablanca is situated along the Ruta Nacional 45A, a branch of the Pan American Highway, connecting the capital Bogotá with Santa Marta at the Caribbean coast and Cúcuta as a gateway to Venezuela. Together with other neighboring municipalities of Bucaramanga, Girón and Piedecuesta, Floridablanca is one of the growth areas for the capital of Santander with numerous constructions happening in recent years.To the east of the city the higher mountains of the Andes rise above the city, thrusted upwards by the north–south-trending Bucaramanga-Santa Marta Fault, one of the major tectonic faults of Colombia. The area is dominated by the Bucaramanga Nest, the second-most seismically active region in the world. Because of the relatively low altitude, the city enjoys a very favorable climate all year round. Floridablanca's climate is classified as tropical. When compared with winter, the summers have much more rainfall. The climate is classified as a tropical savanna climate system. The average annual temperature is 23.6 °C (74.5 °F) in Floridablanca. The rainfall averages 1,055 millimetres (41.5 in) per year.[7]
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Floridablanca
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Floridablanca is a municipality in the department of Santander at an altitude of 925 metres (3,035 ft) in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. It is part of the metropolitan area of Bucaramanga. Floridablanca is known for its parks and the Piedra del Sol, a large rock with spirals and circles carved by the Guane over 1,000 years ago.] This city is home of the tallest statue of Jesus Christ in Colombia, "El Santisimo". The statue is 40 metres (130 ft) high and weighs 40 tonnes (88,000 lb). Floridablanca is situated along the Ruta Nacional 45A, a branch of the Pan American Highway, connecting the capital Bogotá with Santa Marta at the Caribbean coast and Cúcuta as a gateway to Venezuela. Together with other neighboring municipalities of Bucaramanga, Girón and Piedecuesta, Floridablanca is one of the growth areas for the capital of Santander with numerous constructions happening in recent years.To the east of the city the higher mountains of the Andes rise above the city, thrusted upwards by the north–south-trending Bucaramanga-Santa Marta Fault, one of the major tectonic faults of Colombia. The area is dominated by the Bucaramanga Nest, the second-most seismically active region in the world. Because of the relatively low altitude, the city enjoys a very favorable climate all year round. Floridablanca's climate is classified as tropical. When compared with winter, the summers have much more rainfall. The climate is classified as a tropical savanna climate system. The average annual temperature is 23.6 °C (74.5 °F) in Floridablanca. The rainfall averages 1,055 millimetres (41.5 in) per year.[7]

Activities

Alfonso López Stadium is a sports venue located in the Colombian city of Bucaramanga. It has a capacity for 25,000 spectators.It is the headquarters of Atlético Bucaramanga, Club of the First A Category of Colombian professional football. It is named after Alfonso López Pumarejo, President of Colombia in the periods of 1934-1938 and 1942-1945 by the Liberal Party. The structure that was initially built in order to meet the needs when acquiring the commitment to the realization of the V National Games, was inaugurated on December 12 , 1941; It was namedSports Unit Alfonso López Pumarejo in honor of who led for two periods the reins of the homeland (1934 to 1938 and 1942 to 1945) decree issued by whoever was the governor of the time, Alfredo Cadena D'Costa. By 1949, this scenario would become the headquarters of the nascent football team Atlético Bucaramanga; Since then, three interventions have been carried out in the aforementioned framework, the first of which occurred around 1955 in which the western sector was built to be forged in concrete, but with a diminished extension with respect to the existing one. It would take seventeen years forin 1972, a major grandstand to be built on the embankmentalso extending the north and south platforms, while in the eastern fraction the press was welcomed in some uncomfortable radio booths, for this year the capacity would alternate from 10,000 to 15,000 attendees. The realization of the National Games in the year of 1996 was the purpose of the new extension. The works were to lift in particular a parking lot for cars, removal of the roof of the western tribune, displacement of the radio booths, construction of boxes for dignitaries, growth of the stands of north and south west, and finally the execution of a high gallery of preference which condescended to raise the stage to a capacity of 28 000 spectators. New gramado In 2006 the Alfonso López stadium was subjected to the change of its surface, this is how this square becomes the first in Colombia to have a synthetic field Star 2. The new grass was released with a friendly match between Atlético Bucaramanga and the Olimpia Club of Paraguay, which ended with a 1: 2 visitor victory. On 16 November 2007 FIFA granted official certification of quality synthetic turf.2 Switching to natural grass and adjustments In November 2016 work began recovery stage, including changing to grass Natural Bermuda 419, which is the same as used stadiums hosting international games, this after 10 years of being installed the artificial grass, fulfilling its life cycle. In addition, work began for the installation of silletería which reduced the capacity to 27 000 elimination of the perimeter mesh, installation of biomedical equipment and adjustments in the press boxes and dressing rooms. These works were delivered on June 22, 2017. Change of name Since 2017 , the existing initiative has been taken up for several years to change the current name of the stadium to that of Hermán Aceros, glory of the national sport and former player of Atlético Bucaramanga but it has not been possible to specify. Aceros died in 2018 the proposal took a new boom to fully comply with the requirements of Decree 2759 of 1997.45 Location Alfonso Lopez stadium is located between the race 30 and Calle 14 and he can be reached via multiple routes of buses, vans coming from any sector of the city. They also provide the metrolinea system for the transportation of any part of the city. TICKET Find a match at http://atleticobucaramanga.com.co/ Estadio Alfonso Lopez Atletico Bucaramanga  El Estadio Alfonso López es un recinto deportivo situado en la ciudad colombiana de Bucaramanga. Cuenta con un aforo para 25 000 espectadores.Es la sede del Atlético Bucaramanga, club de la Categoría Primera A del fútbol profesional colombiano. Lleva el nombre de Alfonso López Pumarejo, Presidente de Colombia en los períodos de 1934-1938 y 1942-1945 por el Partido Liberal. La estructura que inicialmente fue construida con el fin de suplir las necesidades al adquirir el compromiso de la realización de los V Juegos Nacionales, fue inaugurado el 12 de diciembre de 1941; recibió como nombre Unidad deportiva Alfonso López Pumarejo en honor a quien condujo por dos periodos las riendas de la patria (1934 a 1938 y 1942 a 1945) decreto expedido por quien fuere el gobernador de la época, Alfredo Cadena D'Costa. Hacia el año 1949, este escenario pasaría a servir de sede al naciente equipo futbolístico Atlético Bucaramanga; desde ese entonces se han realizado tres intervenciones en el mencionado marco, la primera de estas se dio hacia 1955 en la que se levantó el sector occidental para ser forjado en concreto, pero con una extensión menguada respecto a la ya existente. Pasarían diecisiete años para que en 1972 sobre el terraplén se levantara una tribuna mayor ampliando igualmente las plataformas de norte y sur, al tiempo que en la fracción oriental se acogió a la prensa en unas incómodas cabinas de radio, para este año la capacidad alternaría de 10 000 a 15 000 asistentes. La realización de los Juegos Nacionales en el año de 1996 fue el propósito de la nueva ampliación. Las obras radicaron en levantar en concreto un parqueadero para automóviles, eliminación de la cubierta de la tribuna de occidental, desplazamiento de las cabinas de radio, construcción de palcos para dignatarios, crecimiento de las tribunas de norte y sur occidental, y por último la ejecución de una tribuna alta de preferencia lo que condescendió elevar el escenario a un aforo de 28 000 espectadores. Nuevo gramado En 2006 el estadio Alfonso López fue sometido al cambio de su superficie, es de esta forma como esta plaza pasa a ser la primera en Colombia en contar con campo sintético Star 2. La nueva gramilla se estrenó con un partido amistoso entre el Atlético Bucaramanga y el Club Olimpia de Paraguay, que terminó con victoria del visitante 1:2. El 16 de noviembre de 2007 la FIFA otorga la certificación oficial de calidad a la gramilla sintética.2​ Cambio a grama natural y adecuaciones En noviembre de 2016 iniciaron los trabajos de recuperación del escenario, incluyendo el cambio a grama natural Bermuda 419, que es la misma que usan los estadios que albergan juegos internacionales, esto después de 10 años de haber sido instalada la grama artificial, cumpliendo su ciclo de vida útil. Además, se iniciaron trabajos para la instalación de silletería lo cual redujo la capacidad a 27 000 eliminación de la malla perimetral, instalación de equipo biomédico y adecuaciones en los palcos de prensa y camerinos. Estas obras fueron entregadas el 22 de junio de 2017. Cambio de nombre Desde 2017 se ha retomado la iniciativa existente desde hace varios años de cambiar el nombre actual del estadio por el de Hermán Aceros, gloria del deporte nacional y ex jugador del Atlético Bucaramanga pero no se ha podido concretar. Fallecido Aceros en 2018 la propuesta tomó un nuevo auge al cumplir en su totalidad con los requisitios del Decreto 2759 de 1997.4​5​ Ubicación El estadio Alfonso López se encuentra ubicado entre la carrera 30 y la calle 14 y a él se puede llegar a través de múltiples rutas de buses, busetas provenientes desde cualquier sector de la ciudad. También brindan el sistema de metrolinea para el transporte de cualquier parte de la ciudad. BOLETERÍA Buscar un partido en http://atleticobucaramanga.com.co/ Sur baja: 15.000 Sur Alta: 18.000 Norte Alta: 18.000 Oriental: 30.000 Occidental Gral: 45.000 Occidental Alta: 70.000 Occidental Vip: 100.000 PUNTOS DE VENTA www.quickticket.com.co Deportivos Carvajal  (Cabecera y Cañaveral) Deporte total  Carrera 21# 37- 38 Fundación Autónoma de Santander   Carrera 10 # 33- 26 Credideportes  Carrera 14 # 33- 26
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Departmental Alfonso Lopez Stadium
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Alfonso López Stadium is a sports venue located in the Colombian city of Bucaramanga. It has a capacity for 25,000 spectators.It is the headquarters of Atlético Bucaramanga, Club of the First A Category of Colombian professional football. It is named after Alfonso López Pumarejo, President of Colombia in the periods of 1934-1938 and 1942-1945 by the Liberal Party. The structure that was initially built in order to meet the needs when acquiring the commitment to the realization of the V National Games, was inaugurated on December 12 , 1941; It was namedSports Unit Alfonso López Pumarejo in honor of who led for two periods the reins of the homeland (1934 to 1938 and 1942 to 1945) decree issued by whoever was the governor of the time, Alfredo Cadena D'Costa. By 1949, this scenario would become the headquarters of the nascent football team Atlético Bucaramanga; Since then, three interventions have been carried out in the aforementioned framework, the first of which occurred around 1955 in which the western sector was built to be forged in concrete, but with a diminished extension with respect to the existing one. It would take seventeen years forin 1972, a major grandstand to be built on the embankmentalso extending the north and south platforms, while in the eastern fraction the press was welcomed in some uncomfortable radio booths, for this year the capacity would alternate from 10,000 to 15,000 attendees. The realization of the National Games in the year of 1996 was the purpose of the new extension. The works were to lift in particular a parking lot for cars, removal of the roof of the western tribune, displacement of the radio booths, construction of boxes for dignitaries, growth of the stands of north and south west, and finally the execution of a high gallery of preference which condescended to raise the stage to a capacity of 28 000 spectators. New gramado In 2006 the Alfonso López stadium was subjected to the change of its surface, this is how this square becomes the first in Colombia to have a synthetic field Star 2. The new grass was released with a friendly match between Atlético Bucaramanga and the Olimpia Club of Paraguay, which ended with a 1: 2 visitor victory. On 16 November 2007 FIFA granted official certification of quality synthetic turf.2 Switching to natural grass and adjustments In November 2016 work began recovery stage, including changing to grass Natural Bermuda 419, which is the same as used stadiums hosting international games, this after 10 years of being installed the artificial grass, fulfilling its life cycle. In addition, work began for the installation of silletería which reduced the capacity to 27 000 elimination of the perimeter mesh, installation of biomedical equipment and adjustments in the press boxes and dressing rooms. These works were delivered on June 22, 2017. Change of name Since 2017 , the existing initiative has been taken up for several years to change the current name of the stadium to that of Hermán Aceros, glory of the national sport and former player of Atlético Bucaramanga but it has not been possible to specify. Aceros died in 2018 the proposal took a new boom to fully comply with the requirements of Decree 2759 of 1997.45 Location Alfonso Lopez stadium is located between the race 30 and Calle 14 and he can be reached via multiple routes of buses, vans coming from any sector of the city. They also provide the metrolinea system for the transportation of any part of the city. TICKET Find a match at http://atleticobucaramanga.com.co/ Estadio Alfonso Lopez Atletico Bucaramanga  El Estadio Alfonso López es un recinto deportivo situado en la ciudad colombiana de Bucaramanga. Cuenta con un aforo para 25 000 espectadores.Es la sede del Atlético Bucaramanga, club de la Categoría Primera A del fútbol profesional colombiano. Lleva el nombre de Alfonso López Pumarejo, Presidente de Colombia en los períodos de 1934-1938 y 1942-1945 por el Partido Liberal. La estructura que inicialmente fue construida con el fin de suplir las necesidades al adquirir el compromiso de la realización de los V Juegos Nacionales, fue inaugurado el 12 de diciembre de 1941; recibió como nombre Unidad deportiva Alfonso López Pumarejo en honor a quien condujo por dos periodos las riendas de la patria (1934 a 1938 y 1942 a 1945) decreto expedido por quien fuere el gobernador de la época, Alfredo Cadena D'Costa. Hacia el año 1949, este escenario pasaría a servir de sede al naciente equipo futbolístico Atlético Bucaramanga; desde ese entonces se han realizado tres intervenciones en el mencionado marco, la primera de estas se dio hacia 1955 en la que se levantó el sector occidental para ser forjado en concreto, pero con una extensión menguada respecto a la ya existente. Pasarían diecisiete años para que en 1972 sobre el terraplén se levantara una tribuna mayor ampliando igualmente las plataformas de norte y sur, al tiempo que en la fracción oriental se acogió a la prensa en unas incómodas cabinas de radio, para este año la capacidad alternaría de 10 000 a 15 000 asistentes. La realización de los Juegos Nacionales en el año de 1996 fue el propósito de la nueva ampliación. Las obras radicaron en levantar en concreto un parqueadero para automóviles, eliminación de la cubierta de la tribuna de occidental, desplazamiento de las cabinas de radio, construcción de palcos para dignatarios, crecimiento de las tribunas de norte y sur occidental, y por último la ejecución de una tribuna alta de preferencia lo que condescendió elevar el escenario a un aforo de 28 000 espectadores. Nuevo gramado En 2006 el estadio Alfonso López fue sometido al cambio de su superficie, es de esta forma como esta plaza pasa a ser la primera en Colombia en contar con campo sintético Star 2. La nueva gramilla se estrenó con un partido amistoso entre el Atlético Bucaramanga y el Club Olimpia de Paraguay, que terminó con victoria del visitante 1:2. El 16 de noviembre de 2007 la FIFA otorga la certificación oficial de calidad a la gramilla sintética.2​ Cambio a grama natural y adecuaciones En noviembre de 2016 iniciaron los trabajos de recuperación del escenario, incluyendo el cambio a grama natural Bermuda 419, que es la misma que usan los estadios que albergan juegos internacionales, esto después de 10 años de haber sido instalada la grama artificial, cumpliendo su ciclo de vida útil. Además, se iniciaron trabajos para la instalación de silletería lo cual redujo la capacidad a 27 000 eliminación de la malla perimetral, instalación de equipo biomédico y adecuaciones en los palcos de prensa y camerinos. Estas obras fueron entregadas el 22 de junio de 2017. Cambio de nombre Desde 2017 se ha retomado la iniciativa existente desde hace varios años de cambiar el nombre actual del estadio por el de Hermán Aceros, gloria del deporte nacional y ex jugador del Atlético Bucaramanga pero no se ha podido concretar. Fallecido Aceros en 2018 la propuesta tomó un nuevo auge al cumplir en su totalidad con los requisitios del Decreto 2759 de 1997.4​5​ Ubicación El estadio Alfonso López se encuentra ubicado entre la carrera 30 y la calle 14 y a él se puede llegar a través de múltiples rutas de buses, busetas provenientes desde cualquier sector de la ciudad. También brindan el sistema de metrolinea para el transporte de cualquier parte de la ciudad. BOLETERÍA Buscar un partido en http://atleticobucaramanga.com.co/ Sur baja: 15.000 Sur Alta: 18.000 Norte Alta: 18.000 Oriental: 30.000 Occidental Gral: 45.000 Occidental Alta: 70.000 Occidental Vip: 100.000 PUNTOS DE VENTA www.quickticket.com.co Deportivos Carvajal  (Cabecera y Cañaveral) Deporte total  Carrera 21# 37- 38 Fundación Autónoma de Santander   Carrera 10 # 33- 26 Credideportes  Carrera 14 # 33- 26
Parapente Bucaramanga

Sightseeing

El Cerro Santisimo  El Eco Park Cerro del Santísimo es una atracción popular en Bucaramanga y, por lo tanto, es una visita obligada para los viajeros. La estatua en sí es solo 3 metros (10 pies) más pequeña que la famosa estatua del Cristo Redentor (Cristo Redentor) en Río de Janeiro. Lo especial de Santísimo es que no está abarrotado de turistas y que incluso hay un ascensor justo detrás de la estatua diferente a la estatua en Río de Janeiro. Además, el parque ofrece una magnífica vista de toda el área metropolitana de Bucaramanga y es el mejor lugar para disfrutar de una hermosa puesta de sol. En el parque también puede encontrar un lugar donde se vende vino regional hecho de naranjas, moras o uvas y especialmente tiendas de recuerdos y cafés. Después del atardecer hay un hermoso espectáculo acuático con colores, luces y música. Para llegar al parque, debe tomar un teleférico que lo lleva 500 metros cuesta arriba y durante el viaje tendrá una vista increíble de la selva tropical. Tours y Transporte  Wolf Tours Colombia 54 reviews #1 of 14 Tours in Bucaramanga Tours, Day Trips, More Bucaramanga, Colombia +57 319 5314084 Precio: 78.000 COP The Eco Park Cerro del Santísimo is a popular attraction in Bucaramanga and is therefore a must see For travelers. The statue itself is only 3 meters (10 feet) smaller than the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. The special thing about Santísimo is that it is not crowded with tourists and that there is even an elevator just behind the statue other than the statue in Rio de Janeiro. In addition, the park offers a magnificent view of the entire Bucaramanga metropolitan area and is the best place to enjoy a beautiful sunset. In the park you can also find a place where regional wine made from oranges, blackberries or grapes and especially souvenir shops and cafes is sold. After sunset there is a beautiful water show with colors, lights and music. To get to the park, you must take a cable car that takes you 500 meters uphill and during the trip you will have an incredible view of the rainforest. Tours and Transportation Wolf Tours Colombia 54 reviews # 1 of 14 Tours in Bucaramanga Tours, Day Trips, More Bucaramanga, Colombia +57 319 5314084 Price: 78,000 COP Como Llegar Caminando Desde Parque Principal Floridablanca
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Ecopark Cerro del Santisimo
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El Cerro Santisimo  El Eco Park Cerro del Santísimo es una atracción popular en Bucaramanga y, por lo tanto, es una visita obligada para los viajeros. La estatua en sí es solo 3 metros (10 pies) más pequeña que la famosa estatua del Cristo Redentor (Cristo Redentor) en Río de Janeiro. Lo especial de Santísimo es que no está abarrotado de turistas y que incluso hay un ascensor justo detrás de la estatua diferente a la estatua en Río de Janeiro. Además, el parque ofrece una magnífica vista de toda el área metropolitana de Bucaramanga y es el mejor lugar para disfrutar de una hermosa puesta de sol. En el parque también puede encontrar un lugar donde se vende vino regional hecho de naranjas, moras o uvas y especialmente tiendas de recuerdos y cafés. Después del atardecer hay un hermoso espectáculo acuático con colores, luces y música. Para llegar al parque, debe tomar un teleférico que lo lleva 500 metros cuesta arriba y durante el viaje tendrá una vista increíble de la selva tropical. Tours y Transporte  Wolf Tours Colombia 54 reviews #1 of 14 Tours in Bucaramanga Tours, Day Trips, More Bucaramanga, Colombia +57 319 5314084 Precio: 78.000 COP The Eco Park Cerro del Santísimo is a popular attraction in Bucaramanga and is therefore a must see For travelers. The statue itself is only 3 meters (10 feet) smaller than the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. The special thing about Santísimo is that it is not crowded with tourists and that there is even an elevator just behind the statue other than the statue in Rio de Janeiro. In addition, the park offers a magnificent view of the entire Bucaramanga metropolitan area and is the best place to enjoy a beautiful sunset. In the park you can also find a place where regional wine made from oranges, blackberries or grapes and especially souvenir shops and cafes is sold. After sunset there is a beautiful water show with colors, lights and music. To get to the park, you must take a cable car that takes you 500 meters uphill and during the trip you will have an incredible view of the rainforest. Tours and Transportation Wolf Tours Colombia 54 reviews # 1 of 14 Tours in Bucaramanga Tours, Day Trips, More Bucaramanga, Colombia +57 319 5314084 Price: 78,000 COP Como Llegar Caminando Desde Parque Principal Floridablanca
Chicamocha Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world with astounding depths of over 6560 feet will captivate you. In 2009 it was selected as one the seven natural wonders of the world. The canyon is about an hour from Bucaramanga, in the department of Santander. This tourist destination is one of the most beautiful in the country, and is home to Chicamocha National Park, where you can connect with nature and enjoy a wide range of sports and cultural activities. If you're a fan of adventure or extreme sports, you can paraglide over 3280 feet high through the heart of this magnificent canyon. As you skim through the air over the Chicamocha Canyon, you'll witness both its immensity and the incomparable beauty of Santander's landscape and vast mountains. You'll also sail over the Mesa de los Santos and the municipalities of Cepitá, Aratoca, and Jordán. If you're looking for your next adventure, you should check out the Cable Vuelo, one of the park's main attractions. It's made up of three ziplines that you can descend at about 31 miles per hour while admiring the depth and beauty of Chicamocha Canyon from above. For an even better view, travel to the park's summit. There, you'll have an unimpeded 360 degree view of the park in all its glory. You can actually get there by taking a "chiva," a type of bus that exemplifies Colombian culture and is only used in rural areas of the country. The bright colors and playful designs that characterize these unusual vehicles' paintjobs reflect the fun, joyful attitude of the Colombian people. The park also has fun activities for children in places like the Granja de Paco or the Parque Infantil where boys and girls can interact with animals like goats and capybaras and enjoy their own unforgettable adventure in Chicamocha Canyon. To get to and from Bucaramanga to Chicamocha there are several ways. 1. The cheapest and fastest way is to catch a bus or van at the Papi Quiero Piña bus stop in Floridablanca next to the freeway ramp. 2. You can find a tour agency online that brings daily groups to the tourst park. 3. Contract a local taxi or van. Share with other travelers to save some money.
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Chicamocha Canyon
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Chicamocha Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world with astounding depths of over 6560 feet will captivate you. In 2009 it was selected as one the seven natural wonders of the world. The canyon is about an hour from Bucaramanga, in the department of Santander. This tourist destination is one of the most beautiful in the country, and is home to Chicamocha National Park, where you can connect with nature and enjoy a wide range of sports and cultural activities. If you're a fan of adventure or extreme sports, you can paraglide over 3280 feet high through the heart of this magnificent canyon. As you skim through the air over the Chicamocha Canyon, you'll witness both its immensity and the incomparable beauty of Santander's landscape and vast mountains. You'll also sail over the Mesa de los Santos and the municipalities of Cepitá, Aratoca, and Jordán. If you're looking for your next adventure, you should check out the Cable Vuelo, one of the park's main attractions. It's made up of three ziplines that you can descend at about 31 miles per hour while admiring the depth and beauty of Chicamocha Canyon from above. For an even better view, travel to the park's summit. There, you'll have an unimpeded 360 degree view of the park in all its glory. You can actually get there by taking a "chiva," a type of bus that exemplifies Colombian culture and is only used in rural areas of the country. The bright colors and playful designs that characterize these unusual vehicles' paintjobs reflect the fun, joyful attitude of the Colombian people. The park also has fun activities for children in places like the Granja de Paco or the Parque Infantil where boys and girls can interact with animals like goats and capybaras and enjoy their own unforgettable adventure in Chicamocha Canyon. To get to and from Bucaramanga to Chicamocha there are several ways. 1. The cheapest and fastest way is to catch a bus or van at the Papi Quiero Piña bus stop in Floridablanca next to the freeway ramp. 2. You can find a tour agency online that brings daily groups to the tourst park. 3. Contract a local taxi or van. Share with other travelers to save some money.
Giron is now considered part of Colombia’s cultural heritage, but the town almost never happened. The town is located just outside of Bucaramanga, the capital of the Santander province, on a location where it was never meant to be. The town is formally called San Juan de Giron and was originally founded by Francisco Mantilla in 1631, who was adamant in founding the first Spanish town in Santander. It just didn’t exactly work out as planned. Mantilla, a renowned “indian hunter” at the time, was licensed by the Spanish crown to build the town and call himself governor if he promised to “cleanse” the surroundings of the Sogamoso and Lebrija rivers of native Colombians. The local peoples were no fans of the European invaders and frequently attacked them in the area. Immediately after receiving his license, Mantilla began constructing the town in Zapamanga, an area that is now a neighborhood of the nearby town of Floridablanca. Problem was that the territory had already been claimed and was part of the nearby town of Pamplona. Like the native Colombians, the authorities of Pamplona didn’t like invaders and they sued Mantilla for land theft. The colonial court agreed, annulled the aspiring governor land claim and ordered him to deconstruct his town. Mantilla appealed the decision in 1632, but unexpectedly dropped dead in court while in the middle of his defense. His widow was keen to keep the colonial rights in the family and asked Mantilla’s cousin, who was also called Francisco, to claim his dead cousin’s rights, which he did and with success. In 1635, Mantilla was given the title of governor and continued where his dead cousin left off, and founded Giron for the second time a year later, this time 16 miles west to make sure to stay out of Pamplona’s district. While the location on the bank of the Sogamoso river was perfect for fishing and agriculture, Giron #2 turned out to be a disaster because there were no native Colombians around to exploit for labor. Furthermore, the town’s residents were plagued by both tropical diseases and locust that destroyed all the crops. Having read Exodus, Mantilla gladly took the advise of procurator Manuel Calderon and moved the town again, this time 11 miles east to the banks of the Rio de Oro, the location where Giron is located today. It took the Mantilla family three times, but by 1638 they had achieved what their late family member initially tried seven years earlier, their own town and the title of governor. It took the Catholic Church less than a year to provide the town with its parish church, but Mother Nature had different plans and destroyed it in an earthquake in 1875. The town’s current parish church was constructed after that. The town, with the exception of the church, knew to maintain much of its original architecture and was recognized as a national monument in 1959. Today it is one of Colombia’s 17 towns with a protected national heritage status. Getting There: The easiest way to get to Giron from Bucaramanga is to catch a taxi and pay aproximatly 10.000 COP. Ask to arrive in the plaza and don´t forget to buy a shaved iced raspado on a hot day.
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Girón
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Giron is now considered part of Colombia’s cultural heritage, but the town almost never happened. The town is located just outside of Bucaramanga, the capital of the Santander province, on a location where it was never meant to be. The town is formally called San Juan de Giron and was originally founded by Francisco Mantilla in 1631, who was adamant in founding the first Spanish town in Santander. It just didn’t exactly work out as planned. Mantilla, a renowned “indian hunter” at the time, was licensed by the Spanish crown to build the town and call himself governor if he promised to “cleanse” the surroundings of the Sogamoso and Lebrija rivers of native Colombians. The local peoples were no fans of the European invaders and frequently attacked them in the area. Immediately after receiving his license, Mantilla began constructing the town in Zapamanga, an area that is now a neighborhood of the nearby town of Floridablanca. Problem was that the territory had already been claimed and was part of the nearby town of Pamplona. Like the native Colombians, the authorities of Pamplona didn’t like invaders and they sued Mantilla for land theft. The colonial court agreed, annulled the aspiring governor land claim and ordered him to deconstruct his town. Mantilla appealed the decision in 1632, but unexpectedly dropped dead in court while in the middle of his defense. His widow was keen to keep the colonial rights in the family and asked Mantilla’s cousin, who was also called Francisco, to claim his dead cousin’s rights, which he did and with success. In 1635, Mantilla was given the title of governor and continued where his dead cousin left off, and founded Giron for the second time a year later, this time 16 miles west to make sure to stay out of Pamplona’s district. While the location on the bank of the Sogamoso river was perfect for fishing and agriculture, Giron #2 turned out to be a disaster because there were no native Colombians around to exploit for labor. Furthermore, the town’s residents were plagued by both tropical diseases and locust that destroyed all the crops. Having read Exodus, Mantilla gladly took the advise of procurator Manuel Calderon and moved the town again, this time 11 miles east to the banks of the Rio de Oro, the location where Giron is located today. It took the Mantilla family three times, but by 1638 they had achieved what their late family member initially tried seven years earlier, their own town and the title of governor. It took the Catholic Church less than a year to provide the town with its parish church, but Mother Nature had different plans and destroyed it in an earthquake in 1875. The town’s current parish church was constructed after that. The town, with the exception of the church, knew to maintain much of its original architecture and was recognized as a national monument in 1959. Today it is one of Colombia’s 17 towns with a protected national heritage status. Getting There: The easiest way to get to Giron from Bucaramanga is to catch a taxi and pay aproximatly 10.000 COP. Ask to arrive in the plaza and don´t forget to buy a shaved iced raspado on a hot day.

Shopping

Jumbo Cabecera is a large comerical grocery store where you can find all the groceries you need as well as electronics, cheap clothing, luggage, office supplies and more. It is located 3 blocks from Edificio Rivoli.
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Jumbo Cabecera
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Jumbo Cabecera is a large comerical grocery store where you can find all the groceries you need as well as electronics, cheap clothing, luggage, office supplies and more. It is located 3 blocks from Edificio Rivoli.
Exito is a large comerical grocery store with multiple locations in Bucaramanga, where you can find all the groceries you need as well as electronics, cheap clothing, luggage, office supplies and more. You can also oreder groceries to be delivered to you from Exito using the Rappi application on your smart phone. There is a store located in Centro Comercial Cacique as well that is located just up the hill from Condomino Cacique.
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Éxito Cabecera
49-27 Cra. 35a
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Exito is a large comerical grocery store with multiple locations in Bucaramanga, where you can find all the groceries you need as well as electronics, cheap clothing, luggage, office supplies and more. You can also oreder groceries to be delivered to you from Exito using the Rappi application on your smart phone. There is a store located in Centro Comercial Cacique as well that is located just up the hill from Condomino Cacique.

Food scene

The Skybar on the 18th floor rooftop of the Holliday Inn Hotel is the best place in the city for a glass of wine or cocktail and a 360 panaramic view of La Ciudad Bonita. The Skybar is stylish lounge with breathtaking views and rooftop pool where you can enjoy breathtaking views during the day, night or my favorite the sunset. The lounge also offers a food menu with afforable appetizers and an extensive cocktail and wine menu. This is my favorite place for it´s comforable ambiance, views and great drinks. I would make sure to not miss it before you go!
Holiday Inn Bucaramanga Cacique
The Skybar on the 18th floor rooftop of the Holliday Inn Hotel is the best place in the city for a glass of wine or cocktail and a 360 panaramic view of La Ciudad Bonita. The Skybar is stylish lounge with breathtaking views and rooftop pool where you can enjoy breathtaking views during the day, night or my favorite the sunset. The lounge also offers a food menu with afforable appetizers and an extensive cocktail and wine menu. This is my favorite place for it´s comforable ambiance, views and great drinks. I would make sure to not miss it before you go!
Bogota Beer Company is a great place to find locally brewed beers on tap in an American style brew pub. There are several located now in Bucaramanga, 4th floor North end of Centro Comercial Cacique, in Cabecera On Cr 36 with Calle 51 across from the Cuarto Etapa Mall and in Cañaveral close to Club Camepestre Country Club and down the street from Jumbo Cañaveral.
Bogotá Beer Company
49-27 Carrera 36
Bogota Beer Company is a great place to find locally brewed beers on tap in an American style brew pub. There are several located now in Bucaramanga, 4th floor North end of Centro Comercial Cacique, in Cabecera On Cr 36 with Calle 51 across from the Cuarto Etapa Mall and in Cañaveral close to Club Camepestre Country Club and down the street from Jumbo Cañaveral.
Chope´s is a my favorite burger restaurant in Bucaramanga. It is owned by my friend Juan Pablo who has since expanded to sereral locations in the city. His brother also has a great burger restaurant in Bucaramanga named Camachos that I also recomend. Look for nearby locations on google to locate to dine out or order their burgers for delivery on the Rappi aplication from your smartphone.
CHOPE'S
#34-12 Cl. 52
Chope´s is a my favorite burger restaurant in Bucaramanga. It is owned by my friend Juan Pablo who has since expanded to sereral locations in the city. His brother also has a great burger restaurant in Bucaramanga named Camachos that I also recomend. Look for nearby locations on google to locate to dine out or order their burgers for delivery on the Rappi aplication from your smartphone.
Cabron is a great restaurant to find finer Colombian food and drinks. There are several loactions you can find in the city and the all have a wonderful ambiance, good service and a diverse menu. I recomend trying Cabron for a nice dinner before you leave Bucaramanga.
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Cabron
35 -06 Cl. 42
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Cabron is a great restaurant to find finer Colombian food and drinks. There are several loactions you can find in the city and the all have a wonderful ambiance, good service and a diverse menu. I recomend trying Cabron for a nice dinner before you leave Bucaramanga.
Great food, it surpassed what I expected, ñ. Much better than any other on the mall terrace with a view. Also. very friendly staff and beer on tap.
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El Propio
#54-07 Cra. 36
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Great food, it surpassed what I expected, ñ. Much better than any other on the mall terrace with a view. Also. very friendly staff and beer on tap.

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Moto Taxis

Moto taxis in Bucaramanga can be found on almost any street corner in the city. Look for guys on motorcycles holding an extra helmet and wave them down. It is the quickest save most thrilling way to traverse the city. Rides should not cost more than 3.000 cop per fare, unless it is a very fast ride. if in question negociate the price upfront. This transport is not for everyone but it can be thrilling, money saving, and a way to always beat rush hour.
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Uber

Uber works great in Bucaramanga, especially for new visitors who are unfamiliar with the city to give directions to a taxi driver or don't speak much Spanish. It is however a unrecognized means of legal transport though in Colombia, so drivers will always ask you to sit in the front seat as a passenger to avoid problems. You can use your Dane connected Uber account from back home, Fares are by distance and everything in Bucaramanga Is fairly close. So it can usually always be cheaper than a local text
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Taxi

You can downooad the application Cabify to order yourself a taxi, walk outside the building and turn left and look for a taxi waiting in line for the clinica on the corner of Carrera 27a with Calle 40, or hail one anywhere on the streets nearby. All taxis in Bucaramanga are metered so there is no need to negociate a price for your trip like you have to on the coast. The minimum fare is 5.600 COP with additional costs for rides that exceed the minimum fare distance or at nights after 6:00 PM as well as local holidays that charge an additional cost. I recommend you disk Spanish if taking.