Download or read book La Leyenda de La Sirena Colombiana written by Janet Balletta and published by . This book was released on 2014-10-31 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: La historia de la Leyenda de la Sirena Colombiana se basa en la leyenda de La Sirena De Hurtado, en Valledupar, Colombia. Se remonta a 1917 y narra la historia de una joven nina que desafio a sus padres y se fue a nadar en el rio el Viernes Santo. Segun la leyenda, la nina se convirtio en una sirena porque fue una maldicion por su desobediencia e incumplimiento del Viernes santo, una fiesta catolica tradicional. Ver las fotos del monumento de La Sirena De Hurtado ubicado al borde del rio Guatapuri en Valledupar, Colombia. Cada verano, el balneario atrae a cientos de turistas que quieren ver el monumento de la sirena y nadar en las aguas azules cristalinas de este legendario rio.
Download or read book The Legend of the Colombian Mermaid written by Janet Balletta and published by . This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Legend of the Colombian Mermaid is based on the legend of La Sirena De Hurtado, in Valledupar, Colombia. It dates back to 1917 and tells the story of a young girl who defied her parents and went swimming in the river on Good Friday. According to the legend the girl turned into a mermaid because she was cursed for her disobedience and non-observance of Good Friday a traditional Catholic holiday. See the pictures of the monument of La Sirena De Hurtado located at the edge of the Guatapurri River in Valledupar, Colombia. Every summer, the swimming basin attracts hundreds of tourists who want to see the monument of the mermaid and swim in the crystal blue waters of this legendary river.
Download or read book Viva Travel Guides Colombia written by Lorraine Caputo and published by Viva Publishing Network. This book was released on 2008-08 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're planning a trip to Colombia, you probably know already that guidebooks on this country have left a lot to be desired. Recognizing the need for a reliable travel guide to Colombia, V!VA sent a team of writers, and they came back with the best guidebook yet. From the pearl beaches of San Andrs Island and the emerald jungles of the Amazon to the stunning Guajira deserts and the enigmatic mangroves of the Pacific, this book offers information on all you need to know, including: * hotel, restaurant and activities listings for every budget; * shopping in markets and workshops for the nation's best artisan crafts; * coverage on almost two dozen National Parks Sanctuaries; * border crossing information, to Panam, Venezuela, Per, Brazil and Ecuador; * an extensive bibliography to keep informed and help make your journey safe. Whether for business, a family vacation or a gap-year adventure, V!VA Travel Guide to Colombia is the guidebook for all travelers.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Colombia Travel Guide eBook written by Daniel Jacobs and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2018-10-01 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Colombia Discover this exciting countrywith the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether youplan to experience the buzz of reborn Medelln, learn salsa in Cali or go diving in gorgeous Providencia, The Rough Guide to Colombia will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat,drink, shop and visit along the way. Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the barrios of Bogot or Cartagena's atmospheric Centro Histrico without needing to get online. Stunning images - arich collection of inspiring colour photography. Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Colombia's bestsights and experiences. Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. Detailed regional coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Bogot and around; the Caribbean coast; San Andrs and Providencia; Medelln and the ZonaCafetera; Cali and the southwest; the Pacific coast' Los Llanos and Amazonas. Attractions include: the colonial churches of Popayn; Parque Nacional Natural LosNevados; Bogot's museums; adventure sports in San Gil; the tombs of Tierrandentro; Johnny Cay;Villa de Levya; the statues of San Agustn; Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona; Cartagena's Old Town; Zipaqura Salt Cathedral; salsa in Cali; and Mompox. Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, health, culture and etiquette, shopping, travelling with children and more. Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, nature, music, religion and recommended books, plus a Spanish language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Colombia About RoughGuides: Escape theeveryday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our"tell it like it is" attitude, up-to-date content and great writing. Since1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around theglobe, with an ever-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and an award-winning website. We prideourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
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Download or read book Mermaids on a Mission to Save the Oceans written by Janet Balletta and published by Wrb Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-13 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story is fiction but builds an important bridge for young children to connect with real environmental issues occurring in Florida and around the world.
Download or read book The Legend of Roberto Cofresi a Puerto Rican Hero written by Janet Balletta and published by Wrb Publishing. This book was released on 2015-08-27 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Legend of Roberto Cofresi dates back to the 1800s and started in the town of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. Numerous myths and legendary stories have been written about him and his transformation from a life of merchant sailor to corsair. He was one of the bravest and most compassionate corsairs of his time. Cofresi is renowned as the Robin Hood of Puerto Rico because of his generosity towards the poor people of Puerto Rico during a time of famine. For this reason, the people of Puerto Rico pledged their loyalty to him and protected him from the authorities until his eventual capture in 1825."
Download or read book Cartagena Caribbean Coast Footprint Focus Guide written by Ben Box and published by Footprint Travel Guides. This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring extensively researched information on Cartagena and the northern coast of Colombia, this guide includes advice on trekking through the jungle and visiting national parks as well as information about historic sights. Footprint Focus provides detailed maps for key towns and cities and advice on how to travel around. The guide also provides up-to-date recommendations on where to eat and sleep, plus lists of activities such as diving and organized tours. • Featuring the best beaches, the grandest historic sights and the most impressive national parks • Up-to-date recommendations of great places to stay and eat • Highlights map of the region plus detailed street maps where relevant • Slim enough to fit in pocket. The content of Footprint Focus Cartegena and north coast of Colombia guide has been extracted from Footprint's Colombia Handbook.
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Download or read book The Record Collector written by James F. E. Dennis and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A magazine for collectors of recorded vocal art" (varies).
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Download or read book The Literary History of Spanish America written by Alfred Coester and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the epic poetry of pre-Columbian civilizations to the contemporary magic realism of Gabriel García Márquez, this book provides a comprehensive survey of the rich and diverse literary traditions of Spanish America. Alfred Coester's insightful analysis and engaging prose make this volume a must-read for anyone interested in the literary history of the Americas. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Jewish Mysticism written by and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a historical overview of the movements and trends in Jewish mysticism including Hekhaloth mysticism, classical and Lurianic Kabbalah, Shabbetai Zevi, and Hasidism, seeking to define and explain how the various currents of tradition throughout the centuries are related. Original.
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