PROJECT
This project has the objective to support the characterization of cultural, and tourist goods of the municipalities of the Northern Valle del Cauca, especially the BRUTZ that is a Colombia region. In the current problems of the municipalities of the North of “Valle del Cauca”, there is an evidence of ignorance and lack of appropriation of touristic attractions, as well as cultural goods; which causes a high risk to the local community that foreign companies take advantage of the economic and cultural benefits that various attractions could offer for the benefit of locals instead.
This project is organized by the University of del Valle in Colombia.
WORK
The activities that will have place during the project are:
-Design of a sustainable tourist route according to the benefits of cultural and tourism offered by the BRUTZ region, Valle del Cauca, Colombia.
-Development of a tourism cluster in alliance with CORTUROLDANILLO (is a local company that addresses the topic) where different economic sectors are used for receptive tourism.
-Support logistically training and advice to different institutions of the BRUTZ region, as well as the community, about the sustainable use of different cultural assets.
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
By participating in this project, you will acquire the global skills of Adaptability, Global Awareness, Strategic Thinking and Collaborative Planning, after the participation in the project volunteers will receive an official letter certifying these skills.
ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation will be at a hostel or a private house, that will have all the facilities at their disposal namely, private bathroom, hot water, and internet. As well the food will be provided.
LOCATION
“Valle del Cauca” is a state of southwest Colombia. It has beaches along its coast in the Pacific Ocean, while in the interior is the Andes mountain range. The capital city, “Santiago de Cali”, is recognized as a center for salsa music and dance.
Zarzal (were the workcamp will take place) It is a city located in the north of the state of “Valle del Cauca”, in southwestern Colombia, is around two hours away from the capital city Cali.
WHERE TO ARRIVE
CLOSEST BUS STATION: “Terminal de transporte de Pereira” or “Terminal de Zarzal” (in Valle del Cauca).
CLOSEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: “Matecaña” Airport (Pereira).
OTHER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS: “El dorado” airport in Bogotá.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
CAMP LANGUAGE: English (Spanish is appreciated but not mandatory!)
VEGETERIAN FOOD AVAILABLE: Yes
OPEN FOR FAMILIES: No
OPEN FOR DISABLED VOLUNTEERS: No
LEISURE TIME
Zarzal has a lot of natural attractions and the most important natural sites are: Caracolíes Forest, Los Chorros, Cumba Recreational Park, La Paila River, Cerro Caré and “El Pan de Azúcar” (in English the sugar bread). It counts with recreational areas that have the essence of the city and a diversity of activities that have the main objective to attract tourists.
To know more about the city of Zarzal look at the next link:
http://soyvalle.com/index.php/region-central/zarzal
PARTICIPATION FEE
There is no participation fee for this project.