Valle del Cocora
Valle del Cocora is a valley in Quindío Department, Colombia and has an elevation of 2,366 metres. Valle del Cocora is situated nearby to the locality Romerales, as well as near Río Arriba.| Tap on a place to explore it |
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Valle de Cocora and Salento.
Valle de Cocora
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Valle de Cocora is a protected area in Quindío near the eco-tourist/backpacker haven of Salento, known for its surreal, striking landscapes pegged with the slender, towering Colombian national symbol, the wax palm.
Salento
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Nestled in the hills of Colombia’s Zona Cafetera, Salento is a charming and tranquil town in the Quindío department. While its cobbled streets and colorful colonial architecture offer a peaceful escape during the week, weekends and holidays transform it into a lively hub, as visitors from nearby cities like Armenia and Pereira pour in to soak up its scenic beauty and local culture.
Valle del Cocora
- Type: Valley with an elevation of 2,366 metres
- Category: landform
- Location: Quindío Department, Colombia, South America
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In Other Languages
From Cebuano to Swedish—“Valle del Cocora” goes by many names.
- Cebuano: “Valle del Cocora”
- Swedish: “Valle del Cocora”
Localities in the Area
Explore places such as Romerales and Río Arriba.
Notable Places Nearby
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