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Hola Salento!
Salento is a tiny town nestled in the central department of Quindio. The quality coffee made there and the beautiful Cocora Valley draws tourists to this somewhat remote location.

However, this hasn’t always been the case. Only a few years ago Salento wasn’t even a safe area for Colombians to visit. Guerrilla groups had control over this region of Colombia which prevented any sort of tourist activity in or around Salento.

But now, Salento is one of Colombia’s best places to visit among both foreigners and locals.

The rolling green hills, quaint and colorful town, along with some of the friendliest people I have ever met made my visit fantastic.Read more