Cali will easily keep you occupied for a number of days, whether it be sleeping off late nights in salsatecas or wandering the colonial streets of San Antonio. The historic center has a plethora of museums and in the north the barrios of Granada and El Peñon boast upmarket restaurants and boutiques that would not be out of place in Los Angeles or Miami.
First erected for the Priest of Quito in 1539, then later torn down and rebuilt in 1772, again in 1841, and one last time in 1930, this church has undergone several alterations. However, from both the outside and inside it appears quite simple and understated. San Pedro is quite lovely with stark...
Built in 1762, the Capilla de la Inmaculada has a modern and modest interior, but is worth a quick peek because it remains the church of choice at midday. This narrow and long chapel is an homage to Virgin Mary (Virgen Maria), who solemnly stands at the front altar. The interior is accented with...
This great little neo-classic style building, next door to the Teatro Municipal, is yet another center for the arts in Cali. Built in 1871 and beautifully restored in 1991, several free temporary art exhibits and arts performances are on the center stage inside. There is a small cinema on the...
Culture and Arts, Historical Building, Movie & Theater
Centro, Cali, Colombia
One of the few places in the city where you can get fresh air and a fine view of Cali is atop the hill in Barrio San Antonio. Here you will find a quaint 18th century chapel and a pleasant park. The neighborhood surrounding the park are steep streets with artisan stores, cafés, and shops.
The...
Culture and Arts, Historical Building, Religion Info.
Barrio San Antonio, Cali, Colombia
Catching a Futbol game in any city in Colombia is nothing short of a religious experience. The hordes come to their cathedral to spit venom and utter furious chants at the opposition, while heaping praise on their team. Cali has two teams that call the Estadio Pascual Guerrero home. America de Cali...