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Medellin Neighborhood Guides Envigado

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Envigado

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. 
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides Buenos Aires

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Buenos Aires

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
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: El Centro

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: El Centro

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
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Villa Hermosa

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Villa Hermosa

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,
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How to Get to San Carlos From Medellín

How to Get to San Carlos From Medellín

TLDR? San Carlos is an awesome place for a natural getaway from Medellin and is accessible by bus, car, and other modes of transport! Sometimes, all you need is a break from the hustle and bustle of Medellín, if only just for a weekend. If your perfect vacation includes relaxing
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: 12 de Octubre

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: 12 de Octubre

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
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A Bit About Medellín’s Corregimientos

A Bit About Medellín’s Corregimientos

TLDR? Medellin is not only the capital of fashion, it also owns the largest corregimiento in Colombia. Medellin is a bigger city than you think. Like many Colombian cities, Medellin’s urban areas are divided into comunas, which are then divided into neighborhoods. Outside the comunas are the corregimientos, the rural
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Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Santa Cruz

Medellin Neighborhood Guides: Santa Cruz

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
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The Best Places to Grab a Coffee or a Meal in Segovia

The Best Places to Grab a Coffee or a Meal in Segovia

TLDR? If you head out to Segovia, you have some great places to grab an authentic Colombian meal or a hot coffee. The traditional Antioquian town of Segovia imparts an authentic Colombian experience to its visitors, especially through their guided tours.  The local mining industry is at the heart of
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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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The Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Medellín

The Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Medellín

TLDR? You can satisfy your love for Middle Eastern food in Medellin.  Medellin is all about divulging authentic Colombian cuisine for some spices and flavor-kicking. You’ll love the perfect combination of different flavors satisfying your palette.  But aside from Colombian food, do you know that Middle Eastern restaurants are also
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Origen Fest Medellín

Origen Fest Medellín: The Health Nut’s Guide to the City

TLDR? Origen Fest is the perfect event to reconnect with your health and well-being.  Healthy living is essential. You must take care of your body to prevent illnesses and accidents from happening.  And when you’re vacationing in Medellin, you should not miss out on the Origen Fest. It’s a unique
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