

Colombia's democratic security strategy launched by Colombia's President Álvaro Uribe has made Colombia a very safe and enjoyable country to travel and live in. In fact, Lonely Planet, a well known international travel guide, picked Colombia as one of their top ten world travel destinations for 2006.
Colombia's capital, Bogotá, is full of charm. It is know for its variety of stunning architecture, modern hotels, lively entertainment and wonderful cuisine. Downtown Bogotá is filled with shops, business offices, cafés, and the banking district; overall, a safe and beautiful area to stroll around. Most of the best hotels, restaurants, cafés, and boutiques are located in the northern end of the city the location where you will be staying. It is located in the center of the country at an altitude of 8.600 feet. Travelers may require some time to adjust to the altitude, which can affect blood pressure, digestion, and energy level. Persons with medical conditions related to the circulatory or respiratory system should ask their physician if travel to Bogotá or other high-altitude locations is advisable.
Bogotá has also been known to be one of the most dangerous cities in the world; however, today, this is clearly untrue. Bogotá is safe and welcoming now due several reasons, one being Álvaro Uribe's democratic security strategy and the second being, the "people first" urban planning strategy initiated in the late 90's by Bogotá's former Mayor, Enrique Peñalosa. These remarkable changes are now drawing hundreds of thousands of new tourists each year to Bogotá.







