Cali Colombia

Considered the third largest city of Colombia and the largest city in the south-western portion of this nation, Cali was founded in the early 16th century by Sebastian de Belalcazar. Cali was once a dull and sleepy mountain town with traditional and conservative folks. The sugar and coffee industries established in this region fuelled its economic growth and developed in into a modern economy.

The drug –trafficking base was shifted to Cali after the Medellin cartel fell apart following drug lord Pablo Escobar’s murder in the early nineties. Soon, the Cali cartel came into being which flourished until its treasurer fled to the United States. Today, Cali is a city wherein diverse cultures melt into a single culture making the city vibrant and beautiful.

Cali today

La Merced and the San Antonio neighborhoods of Cali that emerged as urban zones in the 20th century are bustling with economic and cultural growth today. The semi-tropical climate of this region results into Cali experiencing very less seasonal variations. This city is extremely green and is aplenty with diverse vegetation. The economy of Cali rests on its booming industrial sector. Shopping malls and other such modern structures are adding urban flavors to this city.

Cali tourism

Parque del perro, Cristo Rey, Cali River, Sebastian de Belalcazar’s monument, Ermita church and others are the popular tourist attractions of Cali. Divided in two zones, the six big shopping malls of this city are the other popular tourist haunts. The historical places of Cali too are very popular with tourists.