Cali

Cali

Cali in Valle del Cauca (Colombia)

Cali guide

The capital of Valle del Cauca is a city that has tourist attractions of great historical value, a very active cultural life and is recognized for its great ethnic variety, as its population has a strong indigenous root, a large Afro component and a Spanish influence .

The musical rhythms of Cali, thanks to its ethnic wealth, range from the currulao of the pacific coast to the protagonist in the city: salsa. Although it can be complex to dance, salsa is full of joy and rhythm so contagious that you will take them home to share with your loved ones.

Cali is distinguished in Colombia as 'capital of the rumba' and, in the world, as the 'capital of salsa' because the street party and dancing are characteristic of the city. The Caleños have developed a cheerful culture that coexists in harmony with the natural environment and country life.

What to do in Cali

Tour San Antonio

This is undoubtedly one of the most attractive places in the city, both the Chapel of San Antonio and the neighborhood, are one of the oldest in the city and breathe a bohemian atmosphere. Its streets tell a lot of history and some of its houses had the pleasure of hosting many famous personalities such as Jorge Issacs. The hill on which the neighborhood is located makes it perfect to end up on the grass contemplating the city.

Walk the River Boulevard and finish at the Hermitage

The next plan to do in Cali begins at the famous Boulevard del Rio; a fascinating and modern tourist corridor next to the river where you can enjoy a rich walk in Cali and feel the smell of sugar cane that comes with the river, and ends at La Ermita Church; everything a symbol of Cali, and of course a tourist attraction that is visited daily by thousands of visitors who want to see up close and appreciate its Gothic architecture and its ancient images of the Virgin and the saints.

Go up to Cristo Rey

Cristo Rey is another famous icon of Cali, which has its counterpart in the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, which can be seen from several points of the city. He is also called the Lord of the Crystals, for the amount of quartz found in that place. Definitely this monument can not be left out on your list of things to do in Cali during your stay, if you want to know something different and enjoy a complete panoramic view of the city.

Sugar Cane Museum

If you want to make an outdoor plan in Cali and learn about the history of Valle del Cauca and its sugar culture, do not hesitate to visit this spectacular museum.

Tour the Cat Park

Also located on the banks of the river is a park that must be visited in Cali. It has about 25 cat statues works of great plastic artists, who have different stories, and accompany their boyfriend, the cat; The main sculpture of the park.

Excursion to Buga

If you are in Cali, do not miss the opportunity to visit Guadalajara de Buga; one of the Heritage Villages of Colombia, famous for its architecture, for the Basilical of the Lord of the Miracles; monument that attracts millions of Colombians each year, and for making the best sweets in the Valley, such as the white delicacy, the marshmallow and the brevas with arequipe, among others.

Other places to visit and plans to make in Cali equally interesting and attractive include the Cali Zoo, the monument to Sebastian de Belalcázar; the founder of the city, the Acuaparque de la Caña, the Tertulia Museum, the Hill of the Three Crosses and the Dog Park.

Food in Cali

The cuisine of Cali is delicious and varied. In the department of Valle del Cauca you can try dishes such as marranita valluna, pork chop and accompany them with a refreshing lulada.

In Cali you can try a variety of sweets such as snacks, white delicacy, gelatin, cocadas and shampoos, drink made with corn, pulp of lulo, pieces of pineapple, cinnamon and panela molasses. All desserts will fill you the heart of sweetness and you will feel the rhythm of Colombia!

YOU HAVE TO TRY THEM!

The pandebono valluno, the pandeyuca and hundreds of sweets and desserts give their stamp to the Vallón cuisine. They emphasize the sancocho of hen in firewood stove and the lulada (a soft drink made with lulo).

Cholado

A mix of fruits (bananas, strawberries, grapes, mango, pineapple, etc.), condensed milk, sweet syrups and ice.

Pandebono

The pandebono is a bread made from cassava flour and cheese. You can also fill in a sandwich, a sweet made with guava.
 
Blancmange

The white delicacy is made with milk and sugar that are simmered until they solidify. An icon of the taste of Valle del Cauca.
 
Lulada

The crushed lulo is the base of the lula, a soft drink to which sugar is added.
 
WHERE TO EAT?

In recent years, Cali has expanded its gastronomic offer. In the city there are good restaurants of typical food, as well as very high quality options in international dishes.

Climate in Cali

In Cali, the summers are short, hot and muggy; The winters are short, comfortable, oppressive and wet and cloudy all year round. During the course of the year, the temperature generally varies from 66.2 ° F to 84.2 ° F and rarely drops below 64.4° F or rises above 89.6 ° F.

The best time of the year to visit Cali for hot weather activities is from the beginning of June to the end of September.