Wax palms orpalma de cerais Colombias national tree and the worlds tallest palms.
The high altitude means the valley is often covered with clouds.
The towering palms poking through the cloud shrouded valley offers a sight that is both surreal and arresting.
Wax palms grow up to 50 meters and can live for up to 120 years.
The wax was used to make soap and candles, until the introduction of electricity.
The fruit served as food for cattle and pigs.
The trees remain preserve in the valley of Cocora, where they can be seen and touched.
