Category: Greater Antioquia

What to Expect on a Weekend in Salento

TLDR? Salento is located in the Cocora Valley and is about seven hours away from Medellin by car. Quindio is a beautiful and quiet region located about seven hours away from Medellin by car. It’s most famous for the Cocora Valley, a mystical feeling place with the world’s tallest palm
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A Quick Guide on Things to Do in Rionegro

A Quick Guide on Things to Do in Rionegro

TLDR? Despite being small, Rionegro has quite a few fun things to do for a day. Rionegro is just a hop, skip, and a step away from Medellin. However, it’s still often overlooked by tourists.  In fact, I’m guilty of ignoring Rionegro as a place to check out too!  Still,
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The Rappelling Experience at Cascada Las Brujas, San Francisco Antioquia

Rappelling at Cascada Las Brujas, San Francisco Antioquia

TLDR? Aventura San Francisco takes you on an amazing rappelling experience at Casacada Las Brujas! Antioquia is one of the greenest regions of Colombia, full of waterfalls, rivers, forests, and beautiful landscapes. For this reason, the region’s also a paradise for rappelling, canyoning, trekking, and hiking lovers. One place to
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The Best Restaurants in Guatapé

The Best Restaurants in Guatape

TLDR? One of the best restaurants in Guatape is Orégano. There are plenty of reasons to visit Guatapé. For one thing, there’s the crystal-clear lake for you to kayak or go boating on. There’s also the huge monolith El Peñon for you to hike up! However, all those activities will
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Where to Go Fishing in San Francisco, Antioquia

Where to Go Fishing in San Francisco, Antioquia

TLDR? Eco Parque Rio Santo Domingo is the best place to go fishing in San Francisco, Antioquia! San Francisco is a town in Antioquia with a mountainous landscape, home to a wide diversity of wild animals.  It’s the perfect place for those who like crystalline rivers, forests, waterfalls, and trekking.
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The Best Places to Get Some Work Done in Guatape

The Best Places to Get Some Work Done in Guatape

TLDR? La Viña Coffee Shop is the best place to get some work done in Guatapé.  No one’s exempt from experiencing an unexpected work situation on holidays. And, when you’re in a small town like Guatapé, that can leave you struggling with somewhere to get some work done! So, what
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A Day’s Getaway in Santa Fe de Antioquia

A Day’s Getaway in Santa Fe de Antioquia

Medellin is a beautiful city with thousands of things to do and discover. But, it’s not just the city that’s worth checking out. You should also think about going on a weekend getaway to some of the surrounding villages! One of those villages is Santa Fe de Antioquia. Sate Fe
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Camping & Glamping in Guatape: What to Know

Camping & Glamping in Guatape: What to Know

TLDR? Guatapé is a hotspot for camping, glamping, and getting outdoors! Do you love being outdoors? Then you should visit Guatapé, where you’ll find a number of places to go camping or glamping. There are tons of different types of campsites out there, including some near the town, some along
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The Best Water Activities in Guatape

The Best Water Activities in Guatape

Are you looking for activities full of excitement and adrenaline? Or just a relaxing ride through the Colombian landscape? Then Guatapé is the place for you.  This cheerful and colorful city has the  best tourist sites that offer the best water activities. It doesn’t matter if you’re a daredevil or
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Fiestas del Plátano 2022: The Ultimate Guide

Fiestas del Plátano 2022: The Ultimate Guide

TLDR? The Fiestas del Plátano is the annual plantain festival held in a small village in Antioquia. The Fiestas del Plátano, translated as the Plantain Festival, is a traditional Antioquian fair that you might want to check out. Every year, the fair takes place in Sabaneta and is an event
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Comuna 13

Evolution of Comuna 13 History

If you are visiting Medellin, then the barrio Comuna 13 has more than likely been recommended to you. This is because Comuna 13 is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city, known for its vibrant street art, lively atmosphere, and friendly locals. However, Comuna 13 wasn’t always
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