44 GENERAL INFORMATION
DATING
It's very common for male and female foreigners to date Colombians when they
are traveling and living in Colombia. Cultural differences, language barriers and
dating customs make this both exciting and complicated. Dating rituals in
Colombia are more conservative than western practices. Foreigners should have
realistic dating expectations when dating when visiting Colombia.
ARCHITECTURE
Colombia's architecture varies among the regions. Colonial architecture can be
found in many small, mid and large cities and towns throughout Colombia.
Churches that are representative of the Medieval and Renaissance periods of
Spain (are found in all parts of Colombia). In contrast, modern architecture is
found in Colombia's larger cities. Many visitors are in fact surprised at the
contemporary architecture of Bogotá and Medellín.
ART
Travelers who appreciate art can find museums in most major cities. There are
several museums in Bogotá that house large exhibits. There are art museums in
Cartagena, Barranquilla and Santa Marta that are listed in this guide. Museums
display art such as pottery, gold and stonework from pre-Columbian times, as
well as paintings from the colonial, Baroque and Renaissance periods can be
found in Colombia.
One of Colombia's most famous artists is Medellín-native Fernando Botero. His
paintings and sculptures can be found in every art museum in Colombia.