Author: Inigo Alexander

San Basilio de Palenque: A Town of Resilience, Independence, and Culture San Basilio de Palenque, a quaint town in Colombia, boasts a rich history of resilience and cultural heritage. Nestled amidst lush green hills, the town reverberates with the legacy of Benkos Bioho, a runaway slave who founded the town in the 17th century as a sanctuary for emancipated slaves. Today, the town stands as a symbol of freedom and autonomy. The recent approval by the Colombian Senate to grant San Basilio independence as a “special municipality” signifies a new chapter in the town’s history. With its own local government…