Cúcuta is the capital of Norte de Santander, home to 1 million people. It is located 580 km to the north of the capital Bogotá. It's a hot and humid little town that sits on the Venezuelan border. There's not really any reason to come here unless you are just entering or leaving the country.

Sightseeing
In the Av. Libertadores there are ample green zones and platforms that allow visitors to walk and contemplate nature. The Pamplonita River's proximity to the shore has caused the area to be declared a “malecon”, a site of recreational excellence. It runs from the San Rafael bridge in the south of the city to Arnulfo Briseño Square, where there's a beautiful metallic sculpture called “Musical Mirror” as well as a skating track and children's park.

Getting there
You can fly here from most major cities in Colombia, such as Bogotá, Cartagena and Medellín. There are regular buses from Bucaramanga and Bogotá