Travel question: What are Colombia’s unmissable attractions?

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Once the most dangerous city in the world, Medellin is now safe to visit (Getty/iStock)

Q I may soon be sent by my company to Bogota in Colombia. I like to combine work travel with some exploration. What would you advise in the city and/or beyond?

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A In terms of sheer drama and diversity, my two favourite South American countries are Colombia and Venezuela. Each distils the best of the continent – dramatic mountain scenery, lush Amazonian jungle, intricate history and vibrant culture – into a single nation.