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📍 Nabusimake

Hidden inside the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Nabusímake is the spiritual capital of the Arhuacos indigenous group. In their language, Nabusímake means “Land where the sun is born”. When the Spaniards arrived here in 1750 they named it San Sebastián de Rábago and started their evangelical mission.

Only a few people have had the privilege of accessing this breathtaking place, as it is protected by mamos and indigenous people, who only let people that are willing to respect this village and its community enter. They are not open to destructive mass tourism.

Arriving at Nabusímake is quite an adventure. It is best to travel from Valledupar to the Pueblo Bello in Cesar which is only 25 kilometers away from the spiritual capital. On your way the landscape starts to get greener.

From Pueblo Bello to Nabusímake you have to hike or ride on a mule. The way to get there is amazing. The path is decorated with a huge variety of flowers...

Tristán felt into photography world during a 3 years roundtrip. After visiting around 30 countries, he came back to Colombia in 2015, captivated by its diversity and the warmth of its people. Working today for a travel Agency, he has the opportunity to travel in a lot of remote places of Colombia.