3. THEIMPORTANT
DETAILS
With a temperate climate almost year round, many
Colombians and foreigners alike have been drawn
to this small town.
Population: 57,229 (2009).
Altitude: 5,850 ft.
Pereira > Riosucio by bus: 2-3 hours
Nearest Airport: Pereira
Average cost for 3-star hotel: $25/night
Tourism: Carnaval del Diablo, Food, Farmers Market,
and Hiking. Great day trip destination!
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Cathedral: Nuestra Señora
de la Candelaria
6. WHERETODRINK
COFFEE Vienesa Cafe - One block from Parque San Sebastian
This coffee shop totally knocked our socks off!
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7. THECARNIVALOF
RIOSUCIO
"El carnaval fue criado por 2 sacerdotes. En este tiempo el pueblo fue muy dividido. Y fue tan
mal que la gente dijeron, si no hagamos algo, el diablo nos va a llevar."
The carnaval of the devil, was created by two priests. At this time the village was very divided.
And, it was so bad the people said, "if we don't do something the devil will take us all. -
Mauricio, a local
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8. THEPEOPLE
"We came here because it is
tranquil and the people are
honest..."
Parque La Candelaria
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