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About the destination: Cauca Viejo
Cauca Viejo is a project that was born 20 years ago, with the purpose of keeping alive the legacy of Antioquia's colonization, the migratory and settlement phenomenon between 1780 and 1950, where several settlers left Antioquia and established their homes, founded towns and they colonized new territories, taking with them values, traditions and chores, which materialized in the economy, especially coffee and the typical architecture of peasant housing.
In Cauca Viejo, the summer houses, with swimming pools, wide spaces and bright colors, try to recreate that picturesque aesthetic of colonization. The houses are characterized by beautiful and varied architectural elements, where patios, balconies and wide corridors are of the utmost importance. Also, noble materials such as wood and stone play an essential role in the concept of the habitat.
The town in general preserves a colonial style, has a central square with a church and a fountain, as well as cobbled streets and beautiful gardens. As already indicated above, Cauca Viejo belongs to the town of Jericó, declared a cultural heritage of the nation, also known as the Athens of the Southwest, it was founded in the high mountains of the western Andes mountain range. It has beautiful and varied natural and cultural riches, which position it as a natural, cultural and religious tourist destination that is gaining more and more strength.
The experiences that we offer at Casa Etnika include a stay in a house of exceptional beauty, with high standards of quality and comfort, and blessed by the charm of the surrounding nature. In addition to beautiful tours and visits to exceptional places in the Southwest region, among them we highlight:
Visit to Cerro Tusa
The largest natural pyramid in the world and the most important pre-Columbian sanctuary in the region has been declared a protected area and an archaeological and natural park, due to its cultural, natural and archaeological importance. It is possible to go hiking and camping, in addition to knowing the archaeological and cultural history of the area.
Visit to Jardín: the town of flowers.
It is one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia, declared a national heritage, because it preserves the colonial architecture of the Antioquia colonization. It has a beautiful central square, colorful houses, adorned with flowers and traditions rooted in its inhabitants, which represent the carriel culture and belonging to the territory.
Visit to Santa Fé de Antioquia: colonial city
Former capital of the department, Santa Fé de Antioquia preserved its colonial heritage intact. It has exceptional riches such as the Western Bridge, the tradition of gold filigree, Arab heritage and a delicious hot climate, which make it an unmissable destination for lovers of culture.
Visit to Jericho
Jericó is a beautiful town founded in the high mountains of the central mountain range of the Andes, close to the clouds, as indicated by the name of the nature reserve it has. It was declared a heritage town, due to the richness of its colonial architecture and its urban layout, typical of the foundations of the Antioquia colonization. It was also where Mother Laura, the saint of Colombia, lived.
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