Amelia’s guidebook
Amelia's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Discover the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral on this guided half-day tour departing from Bogota. Explore the tunnels and sections of this underground Roman Catholic church that’s carved into the walls and ceiling of an abandoned salt mine, while learning about its history and the construction of such cathedrals. go to www.tripadvisor.com for prices and details, or https://travel.sygic.com
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I-Cathedral ye-Salt ye-Zipaquirá
Parque De La SalDiscover the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral on this guided half-day tour departing from Bogota. Explore the tunnels and sections of this underground Roman Catholic church that’s carved into the walls and ceiling of an abandoned salt mine, while learning about its history and the construction of such cathedrals. go to www.tripadvisor.com for prices and details, or https://travel.sygic.com
The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which dates back to 1939, has unfolded, so this institution has become a symbol of Colombia's cultural memory. Its golden exhibition, fully renewed in November, 2008, is a place you cannot miss in your next trip to Bogota.
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Igumbi lezinto (Museo del Oro)
15-88 Cra. 6The Banco de la República Gold Museum houses one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic metallurgy in the world. As its history, which dates back to 1939, has unfolded, so this institution has become a symbol of Colombia's cultural memory. Its golden exhibition, fully renewed in November, 2008, is a place you cannot miss in your next trip to Bogota.
Uncover the mysteries behind one of Colombia’s most fascinating legends on a full-day trip to the secreted Guatavita Lagoon from Bogotà. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to travel deep into the Andean mountains, through spectacular landscapes of dense jungle and snow-capped mountains. Visit an indigenous town beside the lagoon and hear of how locals used to give gold to the gods as a tribute and sacrifice. Capture photographs of the iridescent lagoon surrounded by lush greenery.
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Lake Guatavita
Uncover the mysteries behind one of Colombia’s most fascinating legends on a full-day trip to the secreted Guatavita Lagoon from Bogotà. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to travel deep into the Andean mountains, through spectacular landscapes of dense jungle and snow-capped mountains. Visit an indigenous town beside the lagoon and hear of how locals used to give gold to the gods as a tribute and sacrifice. Capture photographs of the iridescent lagoon surrounded by lush greenery.
Step into an old Hacienda (converted into a Unique Shopping Center). Cobblestone Floors, Fountains, movie theaters, supermarkets and great upscale boutiques.
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Hacienda Santa Barbara
115-60 Ak. 7Step into an old Hacienda (converted into a Unique Shopping Center). Cobblestone Floors, Fountains, movie theaters, supermarkets and great upscale boutiques.
You have to try this place. The best typical Colombian dishes. You have to try "Lomo al Trapo". The food, entertainment and ambiance is unique. Its located in Chia, Cundinamarca. Lots of activities for the kiddos during the day.
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Andrés Carne de Res
N° 11A - 56 Calle 3You have to try this place. The best typical Colombian dishes. You have to try "Lomo al Trapo". The food, entertainment and ambiance is unique. Its located in Chia, Cundinamarca. Lots of activities for the kiddos during the day.
Mimo's C.C. Unicentro Bogotá
Great place for ice cream and shakes
A great place to walk, relax or stop at any of the surrounding restaurants for food, people watch or socialize
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Ipharki 93
11A-41 Cl. 93A great place to walk, relax or stop at any of the surrounding restaurants for food, people watch or socialize
A great place to shop for artisanal crafts and gifts over the weekend (Saturday - Sunday only)
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Usaquén Plaza
120 - 20 Carrera 7A great place to shop for artisanal crafts and gifts over the weekend (Saturday - Sunday only)
Medium sized shopping mall with some nice upscale shops. It has good security - very safe. Also has a supermarket and restaurants on the third floor
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Santa Ana Mall
110-50 Ak. 9Medium sized shopping mall with some nice upscale shops. It has good security - very safe. Also has a supermarket and restaurants on the third floor
A nice neighborhood grocery store with 24 hour service and home deliveries
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Carulla Pepe Sierra
114A-33 Cra. 15A nice neighborhood grocery store with 24 hour service and home deliveries
My favorite Restaurants
A fine bakery so close and a great place for coffee and pastries or a quick breakfast before you head out to see the city. Try the "caldo de costilla" (beef rib broth) for a hearty and satisfying breakfast which is also a favorite of locals. $ very inexpensive
Panissimo
11-43 Cl. 119 A fine bakery so close and a great place for coffee and pastries or a quick breakfast before you head out to see the city. Try the "caldo de costilla" (beef rib broth) for a hearty and satisfying breakfast which is also a favorite of locals. $ very inexpensive
My favorite place for lunch, dinner, dessert, coffee. There are many locations throughout Bogota. The locations that I personally go to when I am in Bogota are in Unicentro or Usaquen which are within walking distance.
www.crepesywaffles.com.co
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Crepes & Waffles
39-21 Ak. 7My favorite place for lunch, dinner, dessert, coffee. There are many locations throughout Bogota. The locations that I personally go to when I am in Bogota are in Unicentro or Usaquen which are within walking distance.
www.crepesywaffles.com.co
A great french bakery that also serves local pastries such as empanadas, tarta tartin, waffles and artesanal breads. They have a great variety of healthy options, perfect for brunch and they also offer home delivery.
Cl. 109 #18-09, Bogotá, Colombia
https://www.bagatelle.com.co
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Bagatelle
#18-09 Cl. 109A great french bakery that also serves local pastries such as empanadas, tarta tartin, waffles and artesanal breads. They have a great variety of healthy options, perfect for brunch and they also offer home delivery.
Cl. 109 #18-09, Bogotá, Colombia
https://www.bagatelle.com.co
Descubre la fusión entre lo mejor de la comida colombiana y la española. En este café y restaurante, el cliente siente la satisfacción de degustar sus productos, preparados con cuidado y dedicación. Es un ambiente agradable que invita a compartir el momento con familia y amigos.
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CASTELLANA 104
#104-49 Av. Cra 19Descubre la fusión entre lo mejor de la comida colombiana y la española. En este café y restaurante, el cliente siente la satisfacción de degustar sus productos, preparados con cuidado y dedicación. Es un ambiente agradable que invita a compartir el momento con familia y amigos.
Food scene
El Corral Gourmet
15-71 Av Calle 116The best hamburgers in the city
WOK Usaquén
117-02 Cra. 6aAmacebiso ngesixeko
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Get filtered water from Nikken water Filter
I have a complimentary water filter at the apartment for my guests. Only buy a water bottle when you arrive, and the rest of the time, get water from the filter to take with you. You save money plus you're drinking safe, clean, mineralized, chlorine free water.