Category: Greater Antioquia

The Top Restaurants and Bars in San Carlos, Antioquia

The Top Restaurants and Bars in San Carlos, Antioquia

TLDR? Rincón Costeño is the most recommended restaurant for those who visit San Carlos due to the quality-price ratio of its dishes. San Carlos is known as the Sweet Little Coast of Eastern Antioquia. Its 76 streams, rivers, and waterfalls are the main reason to visit this town. However, being
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All About Colombian Orchids

All About Colombian Orchids

TLDR? Colombia is home to hundreds of different types of orchids, which have actually been named the national flower! Colombia’s the second most biodiverse country in the world! So although the country recognizes the Flor de Mayo orchid as the national flower due to its beauty, you’ll find many different
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The History of Sugar Cane in Colombia

The History of Sugar Cane in Colombia

TLDR? Sugar cane is one of Colombia’s biggest exports and is a crop with a rich history in the country. Sugar cane is a plant that gives life to more things than you think. Although Colombia isn’t number one on the list of the largest sugarcane producers worldwide, it is
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Spending a Day at the Parque de La Conservación

Spending a Day at the Parque de La Conservación 

TLDR? Parque de la Conservación is one of Medellin’s green lungs, with about 1,000 species of animals under its protection! Medellin has been transformed into a city with a greener and more natural approach, taking advantage of all the green spaces in the urban area. One of the City of
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Where to Go Kayaking in Medellín

Where to Go Kayaking in Medellín

TLDR? Expedition Colombia is the perfect company for a multi-day kayaking adventure! Medellin is full of things to do, from museums and restaurants to all-night parties. But it might surprise you that extreme sports are also available in this city! Are you into kayaking? Don’t wanna go too far to
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Ecotourism Above the Clouds: La Virgen de Oro Experience

TLDR? La Virgen de Oro is a sustainable coffee producer just a little way outside Medellin. Coffee tours abound in Antioquia. I’ve gone on quite a few myself. And frankly, none match the experience of La Virgen de Oro in Támesis. From finding some of the rarest birds in Colombia
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How to Spend a Day in Segovia

How to Spend a Day in Segovia

TLDR? If you’ve got a free day in Segovia, you can check out historic buildings and enjoy some great hikes! Segovia is located in Antioquia, four hours away from Medellin, the City of Eternal Spring. Nestled in the central mountain range of the Andes, gorgeous natural landscapes surround the town,
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Monumento a La Raza: Fine Art in Downtown Medellin

TLDR? Monumento a La Raza is a statue in the middle of Medellin’s Plaza de La Libertad. Monumento a La Raza is one of Medellin’s most well-known and highly revered works of public art. It lies in the center of the city amidst the highest offices of public administration, close
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Rainy Season vs. Dry Season: When to Visit Medellín

Rainy Season vs. Dry Season: When to Visit Medellín

TLDR? Any time is a great time to visit Medellin since this city has some of the best weather in Colombia! Before you pack your bags for any trip, you should know what kind of weather you’ll face at your destination.  While the city of Medellín generally has a sunny
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