Colombia

SHORT INFORMATION

Bogota, the capital of Colombia

Bogotá, Distrito Capital, from 1991 to 2000 called Santa Fé de Bogotá, is the capital city of Colombia.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Christmas Tradition and Celebration in Colombia

The Colombian Christmas spirit begins when grandmas join in the kitchen to begin preparing all the delicious traditional plates and desserts for the holiday season.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

How is Easter celebrated in Colombia?

Columbia celebrates Easter with processions, retreats, Masses and other events from Monday through Thursday. The most famous celebrations take place in Popayan and Mompox. The Last Supper is reenacted on Thursday. On Good Friday, there are masses and solemn rites, along with the crucifixion.