While apprehensive on learning of my need to travel to Colombia, I was excited for the new experience.

Even the book I read on the plane "Freakenomics" referred to the hazards associated with foreigners to this South American country. Strangely enough the book also references the theory of what makes "Common Knowledge." It explains that common knowledge is the perceived truth with a given subject or action. It does not have to be true, just believed to be true by the general population.

While I was only in Colombia for 4 days, I found my impression of Bogota to be no more dangerous than my other Central and South American destinations.

I was shocked to see the modern buildings of downtown and the well laid out and maintained transportation infrastructure. The town also had a clean appearance.

People were beautiful, kind, and helpful. Within hours I was walking to local markets with local resident, taking pictures all along the way.

I plan on returning soon!${QuickSuggestions} ${BestWay}
From journal Surprised in Bogota