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Are you ready to venture to San Gil, Colombia? The bus terminal, conveniently located just two kilometers west of the city center, is your gateway to exploration. Hop in a taxi for a short ride (costing 4,200 COP as of March 2019) or hop on one of the frequent busetas (for 1,500 COP) to reach the vibrant town center.

San Gil is perfectly positioned on the road between Bucaramanga and Bogotá, meaning you'll find numerous buses to towns along this axis. For longer journeys, you may have to change buses in Bucaramanga, but don't worry - it's all part of the adventure!

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• Embark from Bogotá: Journey for approximately 7 hours with a fare of 35,000 COP.
• Set off from Cartagena: Prepare yourself for a thrilling 15-hour bus ride, priced at 70,000 COP.
• Discover Cucuta: Enjoy a scenic journey of 9-10 hours for 40,000 COP.
• Visit Medellín: Experience a captivating 11-hour trip with a fare of 60,000 COP.
• Head out from Santa Marta: Uncover the beauty of this coastal city after a 12-hour adventure on Copetran for 75,000 COP (as of March 2019).
• Explore Tunja: Journey for only 20,000 COP, covering 200 kilometers in just 4 hours.

When traveling to Bucaramanga or nearby towns, catch the buses conveniently located at the corner of carrera 11 with calle 8 on the riverfront. The journey from San Gil to Bucaramanga takes around 2.5 hours, covering 90 kilometers. Make sure to consider stopping at the breathtaking Chicamocha Canyon National Park along the way.

For local adventures to charming towns like Barichara, Charal, or Curiti, catch the local buses departing from the corner of carrera 11 with calle 15, near the bridge. Your exploration of the stunning surroundings starts right here!

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Popular Foods

Bandeja Paisa: This hearty platter is a staple in the Colombian cuisine and typically consists of white rice, red beans cooked with pork, ground beef, chorizo sausage, morcilla (blood sausage), plantains, avocado, ground meat, and a fried egg. It's often served with an arepa, a corn-based bread, on the side.
Ajiaco: This traditional Colombian soup is made with chunks of chicken, corn, potatoes, avocado, and guascas (a type of herb). Served hot, it is typically accompanied by a portion of white rice, capers, heavy cream, and an avocado slice. The unique taste comes from the combination of the herbs and spices used in its preparation.
Arepas: These versatile, round corn-based breads are a staple in Colombian cuisine. They can be found everywhere, from street vendors to restaurants. Traditionally made with pre-cooked corn flour called masarepa, they come in a variety of flavors like plain, cheese, or sweet ones with coconut or cinnamon. Arepas can be served warm, either halved and buttered, or split and used as a pocket bread filled with tasty ingredients such as meats, cheeses, or vegetables.

Historical Appearance

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