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Hey everybody, we have our interview on the 26th of July, and I can't believe it's really happening. I am heading down for a week during the interview since I've never been to Bogota and wondered if there are any good tourist/historical recommendations people have while visiting Bogota. Also, I just want to give much credit to Colombian Services and Bob Summers. They were very helpful in this process and are going to help us more when we get to Bogota. Wish us well...cheers and i'll keep you updated on the outcome.

By hunjb224 on Jul 2, 2006, 22:19 in Visa & paperwork.

dave_travels says on Jul 3, 2006, 08:31:

Start at Plaza de Bolivar. There is a tourist information office at the south west corner of the plaza. They will give you a good map for free.

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Martai says on Jul 3, 2006, 15:20:

Visiting Bogotá Bogotá is a beautiful city with lots of history and things to see. You want to see the old Bogotá, called 'La Candelaria'. Narrow streets and very old houses. There are some very cute little -and cheap- restaurants there.
While being in Downtown Bogotá don't miss the 'Plaza de Bolívar' and all that's around it. That's the HEART of the Country. You can also go see the 'Palacio de Nariño', not far from there, that's the President's home. It's beautiful.
You don't want to miss El museo del Oro (Gold Museum)of the Bank of the Republic.It's outstanding. You'll love it.
There are several very old and beautiful churches around there also. Be very careful where you put your wallet when you are in downtown Bogotá. If you have a camera be also careful. Don't let anybody get too close to you. Do not pay any attention to the guys selling you emeralds. They can be very annoying.

If you have time go to "Monserrate". On top of the mountain there's a church and the view of the city is fantastic. You'll love it.
The rest of the city, outside downtown, is pretty modern and the traffic is crazy.
There are some very nice shopping malls if you're interested and the towns around Bogotá are very lovely also.
If you have the time go to Zipaquirá and the 'Salt Cathedral'. It's UNIQUE. There's nothing like that anywhere in the world. It's amazing.
There are also several museums, one of the best is Museo Nacional. They are having some interesting Chinese exhibits right now.

Hope this helps. Have a glorious time in Bogotá. You'll find many good restaurants and for half the price you pay in the US.

martaif

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hunjb224 says on Jul 7, 2006, 22:16:

Thank you! thank you to you both...i know bogota has a new and up and coming tourist industry so it's been hard to find a lot of info.

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