Location: Bucaramanga
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Bucaramanga (Spanish pronunciation: [bukaɾaˈmaŋɡa]) is the capital and largest city of the department of Santander, Colombia. Bucaramanga has the fifth-largest economy by GDP in Colombia, has the lowest unemployment rate and has the ninth-largest population in the country, with 521,857 people. Bucaramanga has over 160 parks scattered throughout the city and has been given the nickname "La Ciudad de Los Parques" ("The City of Parks") and "La Ciudad Bonita de Colombia" ("Colombia's Beautiful City").
Restaurants in Bucaramanga
1. Cathedral of the Holy Family
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By Coellum - Manila, Philippines
I didn't expect the interiors to be so beautiful. Instead of dark walls like in gothic churches, Sagrada Familia is filled with light. Gaudi was inspired by nature. The pillars mimic tree trunks rising to meet the sky.
This is unique and very special architecture. It is sad to think that Gaudi died from a car accident. No one recognized him so he didn't receive immediate attention. An unfortunate ending for a great architect.
2. Parque Nacional de Chicamocha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
3. Universidad Industrial de Santander
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Jacob C
I arrived in Bucaramanga on december 1st and the next day visited the industrial university of Santander also known as la UIS or la Universidad Industrial de Santander. The campus is beautiful and the faculty polite and accessible. I asked if there was a need for English professors and they had me come back and take the exam at the school of languages 48 hours later. Hopefully I can get a work visa and start in February. Regardless I would recommend a visit for travelers with subs time in Santander Colombia
4. Panachi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 367 reviews
Reviewed By InsoucianceAbroad1 - Washington D.C.
Located only a short distance from Bucaramanga the park is not only accessible but is accessible once there. The gondola/cable car ride is highly recommended, as well as visiting the momument to Stanander history.
5. La Casa del Libro Total
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By Ethan A - Boston, Massachusetts
My Wife and I visited la Casa de el Libro Total at the invitation of a friend in March during the "Principito" month and we were enchanted by the whole experience. We saw the art exhibit of paintings by a Bucaramanga artist, a lecture on St. Exupery, a musical performance, a play and a lecture on three different nights.
It was wonderful sitting under the stars enjoying Bucaramanga's delightful weather and the artistic accomplishments of so many fine young artists and performers from the area. Kudos also to the Navas family for their dedication to the cultural enrichment of the city and its people and for presenting a model that should be adopted by other cities around the world.
Highly recommended.
6. Puente del Bicentenario
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By melcraven8102 - Melbourne, Australia
Rode with a local on his motorbike to this bridge..is amazing at night but also holds sad stories of local young people often jump off and suicide so sad but is a very unique feture to visit...cars and bikes can park briefly for photos and lovers abound hefe for kisses etc
7. Centro Comercial Cacique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Lucie D
Excellent shopping centre in Bucaramanga with forever 21, Victoria secrets, falabella and a huge éxito. There is an excellent choice of restaurants, food outlets and coffee shops. My favourite mall in Bucaramanga.
8. San Pio Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By lsmkw - San Francisco Peninsula
Bucaramanga is the city of parks, and this one is another small, lovely park with the distinction of a large Fernando Botero sculpture. The piece is beautiful; the park is well used by locals and offers the calming benefits of a small park with a fine art bonus!
9. Iglesia de San Pedro Claver
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Apostillados
We attended a Misa for a deceased family member, and was full. Friendly people, even people we did´nt know, gave condolences to the widow.... Wish we can come back, for a regular Misa, in the near future.
10. Iglesia San Laureano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By lsmkw - San Francisco Peninsula
Large church, well utilized on Sunday morning. 6 - 12 large religious figures on poles for carrying during parades/ceremonies were on the side of the (next to pews) and that was unique and interesting. Otherwise, the church is typically constructed. Nice, but not outstanding. It has a good feel, with many locals in and around. A park outside also well utilized and loved.
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