
Barichara
Colombia's most beautiful town — cobblestone streets, Andean light, and the village that inspired Encanto.
Courtesy of Casa Yahri · NAHBU
Barichara is often called the prettiest town in Colombia, and walking its terracotta-roofed streets you understand why the entire settlement was declared a national heritage site. Perched above the Chicamocha Canyon in Santander, this is a place of stonemasons, ceramicists, and artists — where colonial architecture has barely changed in two centuries. Disney's animators drew on Barichara's streetscapes and warm palette when designing the world of Encanto, and the town's cobblestones, wooden balconies, and luminous Andean light are unmistakable in the film. At its heart sits Casa Yahri, an intimate four-suite villa by NAHBU where you live as a patiamarillo — a "yellowfoot," as locals are known — with private chef, bilingual guide, and immersion in the soul of the Andes.
December-March (driest), June-August
2-4 nights recommended (pair with Coffee Triangle)
Culture Seekers, Architecture Lovers, Slow Travelers, Couples
An intimate villa where you become part of the village.
Casa Yahri
Four-suite boutique villa in Barichara's La Loma neighbourhood, overlooking the village and Chicamocha Canyon
- Exclusive-use option
- Infinity pool with canyon views
- Private chef and bilingual guide
- NAHBU collection
Casa del Presidente
Five-bedroom heritage villa — former residence of President Belisario Betancur
- Historic character
- Lush gardens
- Group-friendly
Casa Yahri
Courtesy of Casa Yahri · NAHBU

The Pool

The Suite

The Terrace
Farm tables, local kitchens, and the warmth of Santanderean hospitality.
- Private dinner at Casa Yahri — menu designed around your preferences
- Dining in a local family's home — sharing recipes passed through generations
- Cooking class with Colombian staples — arepas, tamales, hormigas culonas
- Coffee farm visit with seed-to-cup tasting on the drive from Bucaramanga
Stone, silence, and the canyon's ancient breath.
- Walking the Camino Real to Guane — a four-hour stone path through time
- Paragliding over Chicamocha Canyon — thermals carrying you above the Andes
- Artisan workshop — ceramics, weaving, or adobe with a local master
- Sunrise yoga at Casa Yahri overlooking the village and distant peaks
Luxury Properties in Barichara
Exceptional properties in Barichara, selected for their distinction and service
Journeys that rhyme with this one
Every great destination leads to another. Here are three that share the spirit of where you've been.
Ready to explore Barichara?
Let us craft a bespoke journey tailored to your interests.


