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Alcalá to Pereira

Updated: March 24, 2024 09:03 PM
Pereira

Alcalá to Pereira

Language

The official language of Colombia is Spanish.

Currency

The official currency of Colombia is the Colombian peso (COP).

Distance

The distance between Alcalá and Pereira is approximately 200 kilometers (124 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Pereira from Alcalá.

  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Alcalá and Pereira. The journey takes approximately 4 hours.
  • By car: The journey by car takes approximately 3 hours.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights between Alcalá and Pereira. However, you can fly to Bogotá and then take a connecting flight to Pereira.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Alcalá to Pereira will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.

  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket is approximately 20,000 COP.
  • By car: The cost of gas and tolls is approximately 30,000 COP.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket is approximately 100,000 COP.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Pereira is during the dry season, which runs from December to March.

What to Eat

Pereira is known for its traditional Colombian cuisine.

  • Bandeja paisa: This is a typical Colombian dish that consists of rice, beans, meat, and eggs.
  • Arepas: These are cornmeal patties that can be filled with a variety of ingredients.
  • Empanadas: These are fried pastries that are filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Pereira.

  • Visit the Cathedral: The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary is a beautiful colonial church that is located in the center of the city.
  • Take a walk through the Parque de la Vida: This is a beautiful park that is located on the banks of the Otún River.
  • Visit the Coffee Park: This is a theme park that is dedicated to the coffee industry.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Alcalá to Pereira.

  1. What is the distance between Alcalá and Pereira? The distance between Alcalá and Pereira is approximately 200 kilometers (124 miles).
  2. How long does it take to get from Alcalá to Pereira? The journey by bus takes approximately 4 hours, by car it takes approximately 3 hours, and by plane it takes approximately 1 hour (plus the time it takes to get to and from the airport).
  3. How much does it cost to travel from Alcalá to Pereira? The cost of traveling from Alcalá to Pereira will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.
  4. What is the best time to visit Pereira? The best time to visit Pereira is during the dry season, which runs from December to March.
  5. What are some things to do in Pereira? There are many things to see and do in Pereira, including visiting the Cathedral, taking a walk through the Parque de la Vida, and visiting the Coffee Park.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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