Living in Medellin Archives - Page 21 of 29

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: La América

April 10, 2024

TLDR: In La America, there are two Ethnographic museums as well as tons of churches, parks, and sports areas! The city of Medellin is divided into sixteen Comunas, with each Comunas housing several neighborhoods. Though the neighborhoods inside the comunas are similar, they each have something special that differentiates them

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Robledo

April 9, 2024

TLDR: Robledo is known as the hospital and educational district in Medellin! Each neighborhood and Comuna of Medellin are characterized by the different things they offer, both to tourists and locals. Robledo, a very large Comuna, is known as a hospital and educational district. Within it is one of Medellin’s

Puebliando: How to Rent a Car and Road Trip Around Medellín

April 8, 2024

TLDR? There are tons of amazing pueblos around Medellin, so if you rent a car, you can plan a pretty incredible road trip! If you’ve spent much time in Medellín, you’ve inevitably heard about the magic of the nearby pueblos antioqueños. Maybe you’ve even visited Pueblito Paisa and now want

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Belén

April 7, 2024

TLDR? Belén is one of the oldest communes in Medellín where you can have an ecological, cultural, and food experience in the same place. Medellín is made up of unique neighborhoods, each with its own authenticity. Comunas 16, or Belén, contains one of the most popular neighborhoods and economic residences

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Envigado

April 6, 2024

TLDR? The perfect escape from the hectic city of Medellin, an encounter with an authentic calm town. Envigado is to Medellín what Brooklyn is to New York. While the distinction between Medellín and Envigado may seem unclear at first, you’ll start a notice a more residential mood and warmer inhabitants.

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Buenos Aires

April 5, 2024

TLDR? Buenos Aires isn’t just the name of an Argentinian city, it’s also the name of a neighborhood in Medellín! Much like its Argentinian homonym, Medellin’s Buenos Aires is full of charm! Buenos Aires is Commune 9 of the 16 that makeup Medellín. It has 17 neighborhoods, among which you’ll

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: El Centro

April 4, 2024

TLDR? El Centro is more than what you expect from it, art, local culture, food, and chill are waiting for you! El Poblado may be the most well-known part of Medellín, but the downtown area contains some amazing hidden gems and secrets. Streets full of music, local markets, restaurants, and

What’s the Deal With Comunas in Colombia?

April 3, 2024

TLDR? Medellin is divided into comunas that are in turn divided into neighborhoods that make up an entire city. As the capital of Antioquia, Medellín is one of Colombia’s main cities. Nicknamed “the City of Eternal Spring,” Medellin consists of a total of sixteen comunas. Each of these different sectors

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Villa Hermosa

April 2, 2024

TLDR? Las Golondrinas Ecopark is one of the best activities in Villa Hermosa. Villa Hermosa is commune number 8 of the 16 that makeup Medellín. Bordering La Candelaría and Buenos Aires, it has 18 neighborhoods, which makes it one of the largest communes. Villa Hermosa’s best-known neighborhoods are San Antonio,

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: 12 de Octubre

March 31, 2024

TLDR? Hiking through the Mirador Cerro El Picacho Ecopark is one of the best things to do in the commune 12 de Octubre. If you’re in Medellín long enough, you might want to get to know other parts of the city, not only its center. With 14 neighborhoods, 12 de

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Santa Cruz

March 29, 2024

TLDR: Santa Cruz is a neighborhood with urban and theatrical cultural offerings! The neighborhoods of Medellín are full of history and culture just waiting to be discovered, and the neighborhood of Santa Cruz is no exception. Located in Comuna 2 of Medellín’s 16 Comunas, Santa Cruz is known for being

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: San Javier

March 28, 2024

TLDR? San Javier or Comuna 13 the most touristed place in Medellin, full of urban art, a graffiti tour, and a lot of social reconstruction. San Javier is undoubtedly one of Medellín’s most touristed areas. Visitors flock to see the famous graffiti tour, outdoor escalators, artistic shows, and immersive tours

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