Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos introduces us to the Muiscas, one of the most developed pre-Columbian civilizations to inhabit the Cundiboyacense plateau in the central part of present day Colombia.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos describes for us the fascinating enthronement ceremony that gave rise to to the legend of "El Dorado" ["The Golden One"], a nickname which referred to the cacique, or king, of Colombia's Muisca people.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos explains the different roles myths have played historically and tells us the Muisca myth of Bachué, which explains the origin of Man.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos closes his series on pre-Columbian America by sharing with us the myth of Bochica, a God thought to be responsible for several natural phenomena.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia
Located in the popular La Candelaria neighborhood, the Chorro de Quevedo Plaza is one of Bogota, Colombia's most renowned tourist attractions and according to one theory, the site of the founding of the city itself. Tourists and locals alike flock there for both its historic and current significance, many hoping to try the famous "chicha," an indigenous fermented corn drink.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia
Come visit Bogota's beautiful landmarks, from the City Hall to the Montserrate Cathedral, guided by friendly Colombian tourists who will share the history of these emblematic buildings.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia
“El Cerro de Monserrate” [Monserrate Hill] is a famous Hill in the center of Bogota, Colombia, which is a destination for pilgrimages and home to many tourist attractions, including a church, funicular and aerial cableway. Our host, Edwin Galve, who works bringing people to Monserrate’s several restaurants, tells us about these and more!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia
Colombian artist Jose Segundo Quinche Perez tells us how he got his start in photography and what motivates him when capturing images.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia
Talented street artist and portrait painter, Carlos, from Bucaramanga, Colombia, talks to us about his process and passion for his work.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos enlightens us regarding some typical Colombian slang that shows up in part three of the first episode of "Confidencial."
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos and Xavi, Carlos' Spanish friend, invite us to observe the difference in pronunciation between the Spanish from Spain and Latin American Spanish, particularly as regards the letters "c" and "z."
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
With several examples, Carlos and Xavi continue to demonstrate to us the difference in pronunciation of the letters "c" and "z" in Colombia and Spain.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Carlos and Xavi point out to us a number of cases in which different words are utilized for the very same object or concept in Spain versus Colombia.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia
Carlos interviews Xavi about the languages, traditions and typical food of the enchanting city of Barcelona.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia
Hostel owner, Esteban Barrera, introduces us to some of the tourist attractions one can encounter in the famed Getsemani neighborhood just outside of the Walled City of Cartagena, Colombia.
Difficulty: Advanced
Colombia
Historian and guide, Henry Quinteros Marrugo, acquaints us with the history of Cartagena, Colombia, including its numerous invasions and the role of the San Felipe de Barajas fortress.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia
Cata and Cleer teach us how to order food at a restaurant.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Colombia, Venezuela
Learn vocabulary helpful for meeting new people and even inviting them out in Cleer's casual interview with Giluancar, a Venezuelan who has recently arrived in Germany.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Cleer interviews her cousin, Lila, who shares with us some interesting details about her travels and life.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Cleer and Lida demonstrate how to book a hotel room.
Difficulty: Beginner
Colombia
Cleer and Lida teach us how to check in at a hotel including some pertinent questions to ask.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia
She loves Barcelona, but lovely Tatiana’s accent quickly gives her away as a colombiana (from Bogotá, to be precise). Until the Olympics came to town and spurred a facelift, Barcelona wasn’t really living up to its potential. But now it is fully exploiting its great location on the Mediterranean Sea.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia
The history of bullfighting dates back to at least Roman times. For some people it is a form of art while others regard it as a barbarian tradition. This video takes us to the very heart of Las Ventas in Madrid, the most renowned bullfighting arena in the world. Torero o toro? Just pick a side, take a seat and enjoy the show.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
Colombia, Spain
Ibiza is a wonderful holiday destination any day, but the summer solstice presents an opportunity to partake in an ancient tradition and celebrate all night long. Let’s join Tatiana for a cruise on a beautiful velero to visit some secret swimming spots and then we’ll head into town for la noche de San Juan.
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