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Bogotá, Colombia

Traditions and customs in Bogotá

5 customs and traditions in Bogotá — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Last updated 2026-08-08

1. Ciclovía

Ciclovía
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On Sundays and holidays 120 km of main roads close to cars for cyclists, runners and skaters.

2. Tejo

Tejo
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The national sport: throwing metal discs at gunpowder targets that explode on contact, played with beer.

3. Colombian coffee culture

Colombian coffee culture
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The country exports its best beans, but a specialist café in Bogotá will serve single-origin lots that never leave.

4. Cumbia and salsa dancing

Cumbia and salsa dancing
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Salsa clubs across the city, with beginners' classes at many of them earlier in the evening.

5. Aguardiente rounds

Aguardiente rounds
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Anise spirit shared from a bottle in small cups around a table, at any celebration.

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