Cali, Colombia
La Linterna
Not just another old printing press; it's a place of cultural resistance and a history of the city.
Places I've been
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Cali, Colombia
Not just another old printing press; it's a place of cultural resistance and a history of the city.
Marrakesh, Morocco
It took 40 years to build this Eden-like garden in Marrakech, later restored by Yves Saint-Laurent.
San Antonio de Pichincha, Ecuador
An elaborate shrine dedicated to the four corners of the world unfortunately misses its mark.
San Gil, Colombia
The centuries-old trees are draped with Spanish moss to make them look like wizened elders.
Villa de Leyva, Colombia
This colonial town in Colombia sits around the largest stone paved square in South America.
Ventaquemada, Colombia
This small bridge serves as a symbol of South America's independence.
Medellín, Colombia
An unusual and beautiful form of mass transit serves the city's steepest neighborhoods.
Medellín, Colombia
Home to 23 voluptuous and instantly lovable sculptures by one of Latin America's most celebrated artists.
Medellín, Colombia
Three hundred illuminated pillars form an “artificial forest” in Medellín.
Medellín, Colombia
Two identical statues by Fernando Botero, one blown to pieces in a terrorist bombing, the other donated as a gift for peace.
Medellín, Colombia
This city park wants you to take your shoes off.
Medellín, Colombia
In the heart of Medellín, an artsy urban complex sets the stage for demonstrations and protests.
Zipaquira, Colombia
Cathedral carved out of salt, located a mile below the Earth's surface.
Tocancipá, Colombia
A little known Colombian theme park of giant curiosities.
San Antonio del Tequendama, Colombia
This picturesque mansion has gone from opulent ruin to nature museum.
Salento, Colombia
The world's tallest palm trees look like the whimsical kind of plant you'd find in a Dr. Seuss story.
Villavieja, Colombia
Unparalleled stargazing, one of Colombia's best observatories, and a swimming pool can all be found in the middle of this ancient tropical forest.
Quito, Ecuador
A short volcanic hill in Quito doubles as a stellar observation point of an iconic statue.
Quito, Ecuador
Quito's historic, main square dates back to the 16th century.
Quito, Ecuador
The world's tallest aluminum statue is also the world's tallest image of a winged Virgin Mary.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This elaborate towering structure was once famed for its revolutionary height.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Yo, Adrian!
Dijon, France
For over 300 years this little carving has been the city’s good luck charm.
Lyon, France
Lyon's miniature version of the Eiffel Tower was built as a statement in support of French secularism.