{"id":217778,"date":"2023-10-19T21:15:02","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T19:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/?p=217778"},"modified":"2024-12-16T22:31:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T20:31:01","slug":"best-tourism-villages-2023-latin-america-takes-the-spotlight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/best-tourism-villages-2023-latin-america-takes-the-spotlight\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Tourism Villages 2023: Latin America takes the spotlight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) recently unveiled its list of &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.unwto.org\/tourism-villages\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Tourism Villages<\/a>&#8221; for 2023. This initiative aims to highlight villages that stand out for their commitment to culture, nature and the preservation of their heritage, while offering an innovative, high-quality tourism experience. This year, Latin America shines particularly brightly, with several villages recognised for their excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The villages honoured in Latin America for 2023:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>La Carolina, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/argentina\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Argentina<\/a><\/strong>: A former mining town, La Carolina captivates visitors with its rustic charm and mountainous landscapes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filandia, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/colombia\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Colombia<\/a><\/strong>: Known for its colourful colonial architecture and coffee plantations, this is a must-see stopover in the Colombian coffee region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zapatoca, Colombia<\/strong>: Perched in the mountains, Zapatoca is a peaceful, traditional village in the Santander region with breathtaking panoramic views.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Barrancas, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/chile\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chile<\/a><\/strong>: Located in the north of Chile, Barrancas is a picturesque village offering a unique combination of deserts, beaches and ancient cultures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caleta Tortel, Chile<\/strong>: With its wooden walkways winding along the coast and its colourful houses, Caleta Tortel offers an authentic maritime experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pisco Elqui, Chile<\/strong>: In the heart of the Elqui Valley, this village is a spiritual centre and the cradle of pisco production.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oyacachi, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/ecuador-galapagos\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ecuador<\/a><\/strong>: Known for its thermal springs, Oyacachi is a village nestled in the Cayambe-Coca ecological reserve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jalpa de C\u00e1novas, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/mexico\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mexico<\/a><\/strong>: This historic village offers a glimpse of colonial Mexico, with its cobbled streets and majestic churches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higueras, Mexico<\/strong>: A picturesque village where time seems to stand still, distinguished by its colonial charm and ancestral traditions offering visitors a glimpse of Mexico&#8217;s rich history and culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Omitl\u00e1n de Ju\u00e1rez, Mexico<\/strong>: Surrounded by pine and oak forests, this village is a haven of peace for nature lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chacas, <a href=\"https:\/\/test.visit-latin-america.com\/peru\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peru<\/a><\/strong>: Nestling in the heart of the Andes, Chacas is famous for its wooden crafts and well-preserved cultural traditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chav\u00edn de Huantar, Peru<\/strong>: Home to a pre-Inca archaeological site, this village is a living testimony to Peru&#8217;s ancient history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paucartambo, Peru<\/strong>: Famous for its folklore festival, this village offers an immersion in Peruvian traditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pozuzo, Peru<\/strong>: Founded by German and Austrian settlers, Pozuzo is a unique blend of European and Peruvian cultures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taquile, Peru<\/strong>: Located on Lake Titicaca, the island of Taquile is famous for its traditional textiles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latin America continues to <strong>prove that sustainable tourism and cultural preservation can go hand in hand<\/strong>. These villages, recognised by the UNWTO, are living proof that respect for tradition and innovation can coexist harmoniously. For those looking <strong>to discover authentic destinations rich in history<\/strong>, these villages are <strong>an invitation to explore the true essence of Latin America<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The other villages voted &#8220;Best Tourism Villages 2023&#8221; by the UNWTO:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Al Sela, Jordan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biei, Japan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cantavieja, Spain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dahshour, Egypt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dhordo, India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dongbaek, Republic of Korea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Douma, Lebanon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ericeira, Portugal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hakuba, Japan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higueras, Mexico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Huangling, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kandovan, Iran<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lephis village, Ethiopia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lerici, Italy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manteigas, Portugal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Morcote, Switzerland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mosan, Republic of Korea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oku-Matsushima, Japan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>O\u00f1ati, Spain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ordino, Andorra<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penglipuran, Indonesia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saint-Ursanne, Switzerland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saty, Kazakhstan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schladming, Austria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sehwa, Republic of Korea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sentob, Uzbekistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shirakawa, Japan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sig\u00fcenza, Spain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u015eirince, T\u00fcrkiye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Siwa, Egypt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slunj, Croatia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sortelha, Portugal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anton am Arlberg, Austria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T\u00e2n Ho\u00e1, Vietnam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tokaj, Hungary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>V\u0103leni, Moldavia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vila da Madalena, Portugal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Xiajiang, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zhagana, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zhujiawan, China<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO 2023 \u2013 Announcement Video (long version)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zkXp0ogn4gY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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