5 Colombian pueblos to visit before you die

When it comes to quaint colonial towns, Colombia is almost bursting at the seams. For the discerning traveler, this nation’s pueblos promise a window into the past through their timeless terracotta roofs, cobblestone lanes, ornate churches, and tree-lined squares.

These refined architectural stylings were introduced during the colonial era, when European conquistadors from Spain and Portugal constructed towns and cities drawing influences from their home countries. Fortunately, many of the most charming elements of Colombia’s colonial towns have been wonderfully preserved and even protected with UNESCO World Heritage status, offering both a snapshot into the region’s heritage and a sense of magic in the air.

Here, we present only five of some of our favorite Colombian pueblos.

1. Santa Fe de Antioquia

While Colombia is a country that drips in colonial towns, the department of Antioquia flies the flag of the most enchanting of them all –…