Trip Info
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3 - 4 - 5 Stars Hotel
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Ground Transportation
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2.527 m.s.n.m
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June to September
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Available
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Español – ingles – francés – italiano – portugués – alemán
Overview
The city of San Juan de Pasto, the capital of the Department of Nariño, Colombia, South America, has been recognized throughout history as a theological city, a city of faith, a surprise city, a tourist and sustainable city, and a creative city of crafts and folk art. It is situated on the slopes of the Galeras Volcano, one of the largest and most active in the world.
San Juan de Pasto is home to four of the five Intangible Cultural Heritage designations granted to Nariño by UNESCO (the Carnival of Blacks and Whites, Pasto Varnish – Mopa Mopa, the Qhapaq Ñan, and the Creative City designation for Crafts and Folk Art). Its historic center is also declared a national monument.
The local cuisine, a product of mestizaje, cultural syncretism, and the fertile land, reflects the industriousness of its people. These culinary, artistic, and cultural jewels highlight the city’s richness and identity.
Be amazed by the colonial, republican, and eclectic architecture, renowned craft workshops, and the legacy of artisans working with Tamo veneer (a natural fiber from wheat and barley stems), unique leather goods, and emblematic museums brimming with art, culture, and color. “Come and discover why Pasto is Colombia’s SURPRISE city.”
Highlights
- San Juan de Pasto is the capital of the Department of Nariño, renowned for its rich theological, artistic, and cultural heritage.
- Historically known as the “City of Theology,” the “City of Faith,” and the “Surprise City,” it blends tradition with modernity.
- Nestled at the foot of the imposing Galeras Volcano—one of the largest and most active volcanoes in the world—Pasto offers a dramatic natural backdrop.
- It is home to four of the five UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage designations awarded to Nariño, including the Carnival of Blacks and Whites and the Qhapaq Ñan.
- Its historic center has been declared a National Monument, showcasing colonial, republican, and eclectic architecture.
- Local gastronomy reflects a blend of cultures and traditions, while its artisan workshops and museums highlight a vibrant legacy of folk art, tamo inlay, and unique leather craftsmanship.
- Pasto stands out as a sustainable tourist city, inviting visitors to discover its identity through unique cultural and artistic experiences.
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