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Home to the tallest palm trees in the world

One of Colombia's most famous sights

Cocora Valley is located just outside the town of Salento. It resides at an altitude between 1800 and 2400 meters, and offers stunning hikes and panoramic views of its surroundings. The main trail takes you in the cloud forest, which includes a journey into the jungle. It is also home to the tallest palm trees in the world as well as Columbia's national tree, the Wax Palm.

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Located in the department of Quindío in the country of Colombia

How to get there:

It is a 30 min drive to get to the trailhead of Cocora Valley from the town of Salento. You can take a shuttle or rent a car to your destination.

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