The Eje Cafetero is a region in Colombia comprised of the departments of Caldas, Risaralda and Quindio. Known for its coffee production, the area has hot and cold weather and features beautiful landscapes, parks like Panaca and Parque del Café, and downtown areas like Sarento and Montenegro. Visitors to the Eje Cafetero can explore the scenery by car or plane, photograph the sights, eat traditional foods like arepas, and experience the coffee growing region of Colombia.