South America is full of great spots to visit and things to try.
Although, the lists of things to do that you read on different websites are too similar.
The recommendations are often to keep away from secluded places because you often hear that Colombia is not safe.
Well, we offer you to discover eight original things to do in Pereira, Colombia which is non-usual and non-traditional yet popular among tourists.
You are going to read about eight places off the beaten track in the town of mountains and coffee.
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1. Place Where All Trains Meet
The name of the central railway station in Pereira sounds like Estacion del Ferrocarril.
It is truly unique because of its architecture and its meaning in the history of Colombia.
If you have some free time and love trains or you’ve always dreamt of showing these large machines to your kids, go to the station.
Pereira is proud of it and you’ll like it too.
2. Appointment With Simon Bolivar
Simon Bolivar has a famous personality.
He made it so that the land of South America gained independence in most of its regions.
Many cities that you have already visited or are yet to visit on the continent, can offer you an appointment with the statue of Simon Bolivar.
If you are expecting to see a traditional statue of a famous person on the horseback, don’t expect it from the Bolivar’s statue in Pereira.
Visit the place to learn why.
3. Cauca River Bike Tour
Cauca River is hidden in the Andes Mountains and waits for you to discover the beauty of its shores.
The bike tour might be the best idea to explore this region.
Take time to enjoy nature.
4. Feel The Saint Spirit In Our Lady of Poverty
Are you religious?
Do you like to visit sacred places?
Now your place of destination in Pereira is Our Lady of Poverty.
This cathedral can be found in downtown.
The architecture students admire this place for the style of the exteriors.
And the elements made of wood inspire designers.
5. Take A Coffee Tour
We bet you are ready for a cup of the flavorous Colombian coffee after a morning bike tour and downtown exploration.
You can spend this special time of discovering the taste of the freshest coffee in one of the numerous cafes in the town.
The owners of cafes will always recommend you to follow your cup of coffee with pastries or cake.
6. Try Attractions At The Theme Park
Has it been a long time since you’ve been to an attractions theme park?
In the middle of a plantation where the best Colombian coffee grows, there’s a special theme park where you can have all the fun in Pereira.
The park is named Parque del Cafe.
They offer you different activities on the ground and on the water.
7. Go Hiking Through Ucumari Natural Park
The kind of safari that you can go on in Pereira is available in the Ucumari Natural Park.
The animals walk around so you can be lucky enough to take pictures of some of the rare species that harbor in Colombia.
Besides, you will post numerous pictures of yourself on social media because the views are absolutely stunning here.
8. See Where Arabica Beans Grow
Liked the Colombian coffee?
Want to see where the true Arabica beans grow?
Go on a farm tour through the coffee plantations in Colombia and check everything personally.
At your hotel reception, you can choose the date and time and book a tour to a coffee farm where the guide will show you the plants and tell lots of exciting facts about coffee.
Enjoy your time.
Colombia Safety Overview
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Safety Index:
- OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM
- TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM
- PICKPOCKETS RISK: MEDIUM
- NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM
- MUGGING RISK: HIGH
- TERRORISM RISK: LOW
- SCAMS RISK: HIGH
- WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: MEDIUM
I highly recommend checking out the central railway station and Our Lady of Poverty cathedral for unique architecture and historical significance in Pereira.