Colombia is a mega cultural and super diverse country, in terms of climates, flora, fauna, attractions but also in terms of sexual orientations, because in 2018 it won in the framework of the World Travel Awards , as the best destination for LGBT tourism in South America , an award that recognizes the opening that Colombia has had in recent years to the entire Queer population.

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Some of the aspects that have consolidated Colombia as one of the best countries in South America for LGBT tourism is the advancement in policies that favor inclusion and equality, such as the adoption of anti-discrimination laws and gay marriage in Colombia . In the country of wisdom we have destinations and people who will welcome you with open arms. Here are the best gay destinations in Colombia.

Best cities for LGBT tourism

Bogota

Bogota , the Colombian capital is a city with a large concentration of places dedicated to LGBT tourism. Here is Theatron ; The largest gay club in Latin America, located in the town of Chapinero , which due to all the places and people of the LGBT population , can be designated as the gay neighborhood of Bogotá . Also here in the city you have more attractions to know and enjoy as Monserrate , Guatavita and hundreds of museums and restaurants.

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Medellin

Medellín can be considered as the best city in Colombia for LGBT tourism , and not only because of the number of exclusive sites for people with different sexual orientations, but also because of the quality and friendliness of the paisa people, and it also has a great tourist offer , cultural and gastronomic very rich and varied.

Santa Marta

Santa Marta is another of the best destinations for LGBT tourism on the Colombian Caribbean coast. Although the specialized sites for gay tourism in Santa Marta are few, the city has a great opening towards the population, and in fact most of the tourist places are gay-friendly , a fact that encourages more inclusion, equality and normalization of all forms of love. And then there are the beautiful natural destinations that the city has, such as Tayrona Park , Minca , Lost City and each of its beaches.

Cali

In Cali , the capital of salsa LGTB tourism finds another great destination to enjoy not only an excellent rumba in Queens , but also other cultural and historical spaces where it is possible to enjoy and discover the essence of the city. You can feel comfortable and safe throughout the city and walk freely with your partner or kiss him without fear of receiving a gesture of disapproval.

San Andres

Right in the middle of the Colombian Caribbean is San Andrés , another ideal place for LGBT tourism in Colombia . Here everyone is free to be and received with open arms. There is no talk about labels but about free people who want to be and express how they feel. So here you will not find exclusive places; although there are, but the whole island is a perfect place to enjoy quietly.

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