Gateway to the Amazon
It is the most populous municipality in the Amazon region and is known as “The Golden Gateway to the Colombian Amazon.”
Only in this place can you taste moqueado fish – or "moquia'o" – an indigenous recipe that consists of cooking fish underground, wrapped in banana leaves. Also popular are corn wraps with cheese and panela, cassava cake, and *insulsos*, showcasing a strong influence from the cuisine of Tolima Grande.
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Florencia, the capital of the Caquetá department, is known as the gateway to the Colombian Amazon. This vibrant city, surrounded by lush nature, invites you to explore one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the world.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of its landscapes by visiting the Cordillera de los Picachos National Natural Park, where the tropical rainforest unfolds in all its majesty. Discover the region's cultural richness in its festivals, such as the *Folkloric Festival of the Amazonian Foothills*, which celebrates the traditions and customs of local communities.