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Usiacurí: Land of a Thousand Colors

A journey through the handicrafts, poetry and colorful streets of one of Atlántico’s most culturally distinctive towns.

  • 1 Day
  • Crafts
  • 9-10 Travelers
  • Easy
Handicrafts, Poetry and Tradition

Usiacurí preserves its identity through iraca palm weaving, the legacy of poet Julio Flórez and its colorful streets adorned with art. During this experience, we will explore local handicraft traditions, take part in a workshop to create our own souvenir and discover the places that keep the town’s cultural heritage alive.

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The Art of Iraca Palm Weaving
Learn about Usiacurí’s handicraft tradition and take part in a workshop to create your own souvenir alongside a local artisan.
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The Legacy of Julio Flórez
Discover the life and work of the Colombian poet through his house museum and the legacy he left in Usiacurí.
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Streets That Tell Stories
Explore murals, painted stairways and public spaces where art reflects local culture and traditions.
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Landscapes and Local Life
Enjoy views of the town and discover places connected to its history and its former mineral water springs.
Usiacurí Church, an architectural icon that stands out for its historical and cultural value in the local landscape.
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Between Weaving, Poetry and Colorful Streets
Upon arrival in Usiacurí, we will discover the town and its handicraft traditions. We will visit the Handicraft Development Center, where a local artisan will introduce us to iraca palm weaving and guide us through a hands-on workshop to create our own souvenir. We will then continue to Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church and explore the town’s streets, murals and painted stairways that give it its distinctive character. At the Julio Flórez House Museum, we will learn about the poet’s life and legacy before visiting the trail of the former mineral water springs, which are closely linked to local history. The experience concludes with lunch at a traditional restaurant in Usiacurí.
A Caribbean Waiting to Be Discovered.
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Mural in Usiacurí, a work of art that reflects the history and culture of the town.
Graffiti on the roofs of Usiacurí, an artistic expression that decorates the urban landscape.
Painted houses in Usiacurí, color and art on each facade.
Murals painted in Usiacurí, community art that tells local stories.
Usiacurí Church, an architectural icon that stands out for its historical and cultural value in the local landscape.
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In Usiacurí, handicraft traditions, poetry and landscapes are part of the same story. This experience offers an opportunity to learn about local artisans’ work, explore iraca palm weaving through a hands-on workshop and discover the places that preserve the legacy of Julio Flórez. We will walk through colorful streets, explore local heritage and enjoy a day that combines culture, creativity and gastronomy.

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Between Weaving, Poetry and Colorful Streets
Upon arrival in Usiacurí, we will discover the town and its handicraft traditions. We will visit the Handicraft Development Center, where a local artisan will introduce us to iraca palm weaving and guide us through a hands-on workshop to create our own souvenir. We will then continue to Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church and explore the town’s streets, murals and painted stairways that give it its distinctive character. At the Julio Flórez House Museum, we will learn about the poet’s life and legacy before visiting the trail of the former mineral water springs, which are closely linked to local history. The experience concludes with lunch at a traditional restaurant in Usiacurí.

🗸 Tour guide

🗸 Hands-on handicraft workshop

🗸 Medical assistance insurance

🍴Traditional lunch

🚐 Transportation, depending on the traveler’s request and point of origin

Included
Tour guide throughout the experience
Handicraft workshop
Traditional lunch
Medical assistance
Not included
Transportation, depending on the traveler’s request and point of origin
Additional expenses
Tips