Visit Cesar Department
Valledupar
1.2 million
1.2 million
The Cesar department of Colombia is a beautiful, diverse region in the northern part of the country. It borders the Caribbean Sea and includes the Serrania del Perija mountain range, lush rainforests and wide expanses of savanna. The department's capital is Valledupar, a bustling city known for its vibrant culture and thriving music scene.
Visitors to Cesar can explore the historic colonial town of San Juan de los Cayos with its cobblestone streets and charming plazas. Another popular tourist destination is Los Estoraques Natural National Park which offers stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.
There are many interesting historical facts about this area including that it was once home to ancient indigenous tribes such as the Tairona who were renowned for their gold-smithing skills; evidence of their craftsmanship can be seen in artifacts on display at Valledupar's museum. More recently, during Colombian civil wars in the 20th century, many revolutionaries used this region as a safe haven due to its secluded geography.
Visitors to Cesar can explore the historic colonial town of San Juan de los Cayos with its cobblestone streets and charming plazas. Another popular tourist destination is Los Estoraques Natural National Park which offers stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.
There are many interesting historical facts about this area including that it was once home to ancient indigenous tribes such as the Tairona who were renowned for their gold-smithing skills; evidence of their craftsmanship can be seen in artifacts on display at Valledupar's museum. More recently, during Colombian civil wars in the 20th century, many revolutionaries used this region as a safe haven due to its secluded geography.
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Cities in Cesar Department
González, Tamalameque, Chimichagua, Río de Oro, Pelaya, El Copey, Astrea, San Diego, La Jagua de Ibirico, Becerril, San Alberto, Valledupar, Ariguaní, El Paso, Manaure, Curumaní, Aguachica, La Gloria, Gamarra, Agustín Codazzi, Chiriguaná, San Martín, Pailitas, Manaure Balcón del Cesar, La Paz