​​Valle de Cocora: The Lost Valley of South America​​

Cocora Valley, located near Colombia’s most charming town, ​​Salento​​, is famous for its towering wax palms—the tallest in the world. The landscape is absolutely breathtaking—it feels like stepping into a real-life ​​Jurassic Park​​. A must-visit destination! For detailed travel guides and directions, check out ​​Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book)​​. ​​Entrance fee:​​ 15,000 Colombian pesos Here are ​​two key tips​​ to avoid common pitfalls: ⭕ ​​Short Hike vs. Long Hike​​ ​​Short route (2 hours, easy):​​ The best views are here! ​​Long route (12 km, 6 hours, moderate difficulty):​​ Some recommend it, but honestly, the scenery is underwhelming except for a nice farm at the summit. ​​Extra fee:​​ 8,000 pesos The trail is rocky, slippery near streams, and often narrow—forcing you to yield to hikers coming the opposite way. ​​Verdict:​​ The ​​short route​​ covers all the highlights! ⭕ ​​Clockwise vs. Counterclockwise​​ Most recommend hiking ​​clockwise​​, but many accidentally go ​​counterclockwise​​ (check ​​Google Maps​​ for the correct direction). ​​See image 11​​ for reference—know the difference before you start! #Travel #GlobeTrotter #NatureExploration #NatureInspiration #SpringFestivalTravel #SouthAmericaTravel #ColombiaTravel #TravelDiaries