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Cano Cristales, Colombia

From series “The Most Surrealistic Places of the Earth”
Lenght: 100 km. Width: 20 meters.

The tourists who were once in Colombia and who have seen the river Caño Cristales with their own eyes, agree that it is the most beautiful river on earth. The different types of water plants color the river into the rich colors, which is why the river looks like a rippling stream of randomly shed colors. In some places, the river floor is bright pink, and in the others it is sparkling green. Some aquatic plants are pale yellow, and the others - deep black. The rare blue water plants also grow in the river.

Cano Cristales, Colombia The experienced travelers claim that the river Caño Cristales looks the most beautiful during the summer season. To the other seasons a trip to the river but also very exciting. Taking care that the river has a very complicated riverbed, some places seem simply beautiful. The numerous waterfalls, the slopes and the coasts covered with the giant stones give the river a fantastic shape. At first sight, the sea water seems to be rather cloudy because of the various water plants. In reality, Caño Cristales is one of the purest rivers in the world.

The river is characterized by its impressive size. Its length is about 100 km, and the maximum width reaches 20 meters. On some stretches of river you can go with the small cutter or boat, which allows to see a multi-colored waterbed carpet covering its ground. In the unique river, which looks like a 'liquid rainbow', you can bathe. In some places the beautiful natural wells have formed with the crystalline water. Next - Danxia Landform


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ATM bankomat: 'Cajero ATH La Macarena - Banco Popular' located in 15 km ( check the route on the map).

Nearest airports:
 »  El Dorado International Airport BOG - in 280 km
 »  Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport CLO - in 315 km
 »  El Eden International Airport AXM - in 326 km
 »  Matecana International Airport PEI - in 356 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Cano Cristales

Hotel y Centro Vacacional Las Palmas

Located in 144 km from Cano Cristales
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Rooms: 20
Decorated with tiled floors, rooms at Hotel y Centro Vacacional Las Palmas have private balconies. All of them are fitted with private bathrooms. An … More: photo, rates and booking
Finca Hotel Tucurinca Quindio

Located in 170 km from Cano Cristales
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Rooms: 21
Finca Hotel Tucurinca Quindio is a 15-minute drive from Panaca Park. Guests can relax at the gazebo with views of the park and surrounding hills or … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Milan

Located in 174 km from Cano Cristales
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Rooms: 18
Rooms at Hotel Milán have chic décor, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and private bathrooms. Suites with seating areas and work desks are … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel Tumburagua Inn Ltda

Located in 175 km from Cano Cristales
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Rooms: 36
Decorated with tiled floors, rooms at Hotel Tumburagua Inn Ltda are fitted with air conditioning and fans. All of them have private bathrooms. An … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

San Agustin Archaeological Park
262 km - San Agustin Archaeological Park
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El Hotel del Salto
268 km - El Hotel del Salto
One of the most unusual sights of Colombia is the abandoned Salto hotel. It is located in incredibly beautiful natural surroundings, close to the Tequendama Falls. This natural attraction began to attract people more than a hundred years ago. Travelers from around the …
Alberto Lleras Dam
281 km - Alberto Lleras Dam
Alberto Lleras Dam is another touristic place of interest in Columbia. People usually call it "Alberto Lleras" as the principal software engineer. Nevertheless, the official name of the dam is Guavio Dam, in honour of the river. The dam was taken into use in 1989. Its …
El Santuario de Las Lajas
438 km - El Santuario de Las Lajas
In Colombia, there is a unique Gothic monument - the church of Las Lajas. This temple is considered one of the most beautiful and wonderful in the world. It is located on an artificial stone bridge that spans two sides of a deep gorge. The sight is built in neo-Gothic …
Penon de Guatape
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San Rafael Falls
482 km - San Rafael Falls
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