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Cali. For other uses, see Cali (disambiguation). Santiago de Cali ( Spanish pronunciation: [sanˈtjaɣo ðe ˈkali] ), or Cali, is the capital of the Valle del Cauca department, and the most populous city in southwest Colombia, with 2,227,642 residents according to the 2018 census. [1]
- The Hollywood film industry. Though brimming with landmarks like its namesake sign, the Walk of Fame, and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood’s global fame derives from the gigantic industry historically located in the neighborhood and its surroundings.
- Counterculture. People now commonly look back at the hippie age sympathetically and even admiringly, but at the time it was a whole nother story. Beat poets, also referred to as “hipsters”, were notorious for their bohemian lifestyle and experimental drug use.
- California Cool decor. Because Californians have to do everything their own way, of course, they’d come up with a house decor style that mixes together the state’s bohemian, laid-back, beach-loving, and artsy vibes.
- Music festivals. While Coachella might be the trendiest festival out there these days, the passion of Californians for music festivals dates back to the counterculture era.
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- Enjoy the “Pizza Path” up to Cristo Rey. Cristo Rey (Christ the King) is Cali’s version of Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer statue that overlooks the city.
- Take salsa classes. Out of all the things Colombia is known for, salsa dancing is up there at the top. And the best place to dance salsa? Cali. Cali’s claim to fame is salsa.
- Dance at the salsa clubs. After you take a few lessons, you’ll probably want to test them out on the dance floor. And let me tell you, there’s no shortage of options here.
- Get “wow-ed” at a salsa show. But what if you’ve got two left feet and would rather just watch other people dance? Well, there’s something for you too.
- Join a city tour. In my opinion, the best thing to do when you first arrive at a new place is to go on a city tour so you get to know different areas and historical facts, and to get a general feeling of it… and Cali is no exception!
- Dance salsa! Salsa dancers must already know that Cali is the salsa capital, and I bet they are looking forward to hitting the dance floor of the many clubs and bars… I get you, I went to Cali specifically for the Feria de Cali, and it was just incredible!
- Explore the San Antonio neighborhood. Cali in general is not one of the most beautiful cities in Colombia, but its neighborhood San Antonio is for sure one of the most charming areas I’ve ever seen on my travels (honestly, you don’t even feel like you are in Cali, but I still love it!).
- Attend an amazing show at Delirio. If you want to see the ultimate salsa show in Cali, Delirio, located 30 minutes driving from Cali, is the place to be hosted by the most famous salsa circus in the city!
Over the decades, Cali became the Salsa Capital of the World, but in recent years, Pacific has also gained its share of the limelight thanks to the Petronio Álvarez Festival. In addition to this musical potential, other artistic expressions energize this beautiful and vibrant city.
The capital of the Valle del Cauca is a city whose tourist attractions have their own history, active cultural life, and musical rhythms that are famed around the world. Cali's music, thanks to the city's rich ethnic diversity, ranges from the currulao of the Pacific coast to the city's star: salsa, the contagious, frenetic rhythm that is ...
Mar 5, 2023 · Famous for their obsession with salsa, the people of Cali love nothing more than dancing to the rhythm of these infectious beats. But there are also plenty of other things to do in this vibrant Colombian city, with enough to keep travelers busy for several days or more. From cultural heritage to natural retreats, here are the best Cali attractions.
