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Municipality and City in Caribbean, Colombia
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Valledupar is the capital of the department of Cesar in Eastern Andino and the birthplace of Vallenato music.
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Learn all about Valledupar's acclaimed vallenato music.
Former home of a vallenato musician (Diomedez Diaz).
Valledupar historical museum.
This is like someone's amateur living history museum with a one-room cottage containing old relics. It might be of interest if you are really looking for something to do.
Competition of vallenato band taking place in the last week of April. Expect a big crowd.
Clean but tiny and windowless rooms. Shower, TV and fan. Located in the center and close to the plaza Alfonso Lopez.
By plane
It is possible to get to Valledupar by plane to the airport Alfonso López. Only two airlines cover this route: Avianca and LATAM. You are advised to book and reconfirm in high season.
In the urban area transportation services are provided by taxis and by private bus companies covering the entire city by shared routes.
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