Explore Meléndez, the neighborhood where student life blends with nature in Cali. A comprehensive guide to its Botanical Garden, student cafes, unique university atmosphere, and practical tips to fully immerse yourself in the experience.

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How to Speak Like a Caleño: A Guide to Valluno Slang and Expressions

If you're planning to visit Cali, one of Colombia's most vibrant cities, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the local language and expressions. Speakin

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History & Heritage

What to do in El Calvario: The historic and religious neighborhood of Cali

El Calvario is not just a neighborhood, it's where the religious soul of Cali beats. This area, located in the city center, gets its name from the iconic Capill

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Secret Stairs: Pedestrian Shortcuts Only Locals Know

If you've walked through San Antonio, you already know the neighborhood doesn't go easy on your legs. Climbing 5th Street from 4th Avenue up to San Antonio Hill

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History & Heritage

The 3 corner stores that still offer credit in Menga

If you arrived in Cali thinking that credit —that magical word that lets you take bread, milk, and soap without paying right away— was a thing of the past, I ha

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Los Cristales: The University and Youth Neighborhood of Cali

Los Cristales is an iconic neighborhood in northern Cali that emerged in the 1960s as a residential area but over time became the student heart of the city. Its

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History & Heritage

San Vicente: The Residential and Sports Neighborhood of Cali

San Vicente is one of the most traditional and beloved neighborhoods in southern Cali. Its development began in the 1950s, when the city started expanding beyon

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