{"id":70057,"date":"2018-04-23T16:10:56","date_gmt":"2018-04-23T21:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=70057"},"modified":"2018-04-23T16:10:56","modified_gmt":"2018-04-23T21:10:56","slug":"3-perfect-days-in-cali-colombia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/3-perfect-days-in-cali-colombia\/","title":{"rendered":"3 perfect days in Cali, Colombia"},"content":{"rendered":"

The streets of Cali, Colombia <\/a>throb with music. Whether you\u2019re strolling the scenic riverfront\u00a0 or exploring the city\u2019s historic architecture, pulsating rhythms float through every window and doorway. That\u2019s because Cali is the “salsa capital of the world\u201d and music and dance command a major part of\u00a0 the city\u2019s lifestyle. Located southwest of Bogota the capital and Colombia\u2019s third largest city, Cali is often overshadowed by flashier Medellin and Cartagena but this colorful metropolis offers a medley of can\u2019t miss experiences. From music, to art, food and sugarcane history, Cali supplies a lively glimpse into Colombian culture.<\/p>\n

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Day 1:\u00a0 Salsa, discotecas and viejotecas<\/strong><\/h2>\n

First things first: You can\u2019t come to Cali and not try out its most famous attraction. Even if you\u2019re rhythmically challenged, just sitting in one of the dozens of salsa clubs and absorbing the kinetic energy and scene is exciting. With the landmark Hotel Intercontinental Cali <\/a>as your base,\u00a0 you can\u00a0 check out clubs in nearby hipster barrio San Antonio. But first sign up for a class in one of the city\u2019s dance schools, like Live Salsa & Tango<\/a>, where you\u2019ll learn basic steps and twirls. Even if you\u2019re a salsa pro, Cali salsa is like nothing seen stateside. The beat is about three times faster and the styles vary from old school footwork to up-in-the-air acrobatics. Go to La Topa Tolandra, Tin Tin Deo<\/a>, Habanero Club and Chang\u00f3<\/a> for a taste of Cale\u00f1o salsa style. To take a deeper dive into Cali\u2019s salsa culture, visit a discoteca,<\/em> which showcases original records, turntables, posters and dancing from the ’30s-’80s. Consider Bar Latino or Nelly Teca for the ultimate discoteca<\/em> experience. Not a night owl? No problem, Cali supplies daytime salsa at viejotecas,<\/em> which are clubs where seniors keep up their old school moves in the afternoon. You\u2019ll see all ages at these clubs though and even septuagenarian Calenos boast smooth moves at Viejoteca Pardo Llada, so try to keep up.<\/p>\n

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Day 2: Museums, munchies and cats
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Founded in 1536, Cali features a lot of\u00a0 fascinating history. A monument to the city\u2019s recent history is El Gato Del Rio<\/em><\/a> or River Cat, a\u00a0 three-ton bronze cat sculpture that sits chilling on the banks of the Cali River. Created by the famous Colombian sculptor Hernando Tejada, the cat represents the city\u2019s nocturnal (salsa dancing) nature. Other artists created 15 smaller cats to form the Parque Del Gato<\/em> or cat park, which is a cool sculpture garden lining the riverwalk. Head to the La Merced Anthropology Museum, which is housed in a medieval convent, to learn about indigenous artifacts and even a mummy. Across the street, the Museum of\u00a0 Religion, Ethnicity and Culture displays religious artifacts and exhibits highlighting the city\u2019s prominent Afro-Colombian ethnic group. Around the corner, Museo del Oro Colima,<\/a> or Gold Museum, displays over 400 pre-Hispanic golden objects, jewelry and ancient objects.<\/p>\n

All that exploring is bound to work up an appetite and Cali serves up a diverse and budget-friendly dining scene. Be on the lookout for local faves like lulada<\/em>, a drink with lulo fruit, lime and sugar, pandebono <\/em>bread stuffed with cheese, aborrajados <\/em>plantains stuffed with mozzarella and arroz atollado<\/em>, a classic rich dish filled with chicken, pork, potatoes and lots of seasonings. Try the iconic diner\u00a0 Ringlete<\/a> for gourmet versions of local classics or Pacifico Restaurante for Pacific coast delicacies.<\/p>\n

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Day 3: Cultural treasures<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Join the insightful Tia Stephanie Tours<\/a> for an in-depth glimpse into Cale\u00f1o culture. Start by stopping by Galeria Alameda, a sprawling market that sells everything from fresh fruits to live birds and kitchen utensils. Guided by a chef\u00a0 from Escuela Gastronomica de Occidente<\/a>, you’ll select local ingredients like banana leaves, peppers and rice for the traditional Pacific Coast meal. Back at the school, learn about the influence of African cooking techniques and ingredients on Cale\u00f1o cuisine. A scrumptious fish fillet cooked in banana leaves with rice is a foodie highlight.<\/p>\n

A blinged out spectacle of Cali\u2019s salsa history is on glitzy display at Ensalsate, <\/a>a two-hour production bursting with color, music and dancing, which the audience naturally participates in at the end. If you visit Cali during August, it\u2019s essential to visit the Petronio Alvarez Festival, <\/a>which showcases the music, dances, foods and crafts of the Afro-Colombian Pacific coast. One of the biggest music fests in the country, the fest draws locals and tourists alike for four days with 60 live bands and non-stop dancing, which is the Cali way.<\/p>\n

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