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All About Cementerio Museo de San Pedro

November 27, 2024

TLDR? The Cementerio Museo de San Pedro is both a museum and a cemetery where you can get a glimpse of the city’s history. The Cementerio Museo de San Pedro is one of the relics of the city of Medellín, but it’s not high on most people’s to-do lists when

Where to Listen to Classical Music in Medellin

November 21, 2024

TLDR? There are many ways to enjoy classical music in Medellin and many upcoming events! One of the things I love the most about Colombia is the diversity of rhythms heard throughout the country. The most well-known tend to be vibrant and colorful. However, I can’t deny that sometimes I

Palacio Egipcio Medellín: Everything You Need to Know

October 17, 2024

TLDR? Palacio Egipcio is an art and history museum in Medellin. It is expected that when someone talks about Egyptian culture or the ancient Egyptian civilization, you feel a mysterious ambiance around it. This is because its civilization left most of us with many questions about that part of the

Where to See the Opera in Medellin

October 9, 2024

TLDR? Support Medellin’s lyrical artists and enjoy the opera season! The opera’s one of the most striking and ancient theatrical compositions to have reached all corners of the world. When we talk about Colombia, though, it’s not the first thing that comes to mind. Even though reggaetón may be the

A Guide to Rionegro’s Museums

October 3, 2024

TLDR? You can visit all three of Rionegro’s museums on the same day while enjoying Rionegro’s central park! Rionegro’s a city about one hour away from Medellin, and you’ve probably already been there because the biggest airport in Medellin lies in Rionegro. This place has so much more to offer

A Night at the Ballet in Medellin: What to Know

October 2, 2024

TLDR? Medellin has several different types of ballet theaters where you can check out all the different interpretations of this dance. Medellín has a huge art scene. So, you can enjoy theater, music, dance, and ballet performances during your visit. If you’re looking for a fun night where you can

Visiting Fundación Casa Museo Maestro Pedro Nel Gómez

September 21, 2024

TLDR? Casa Museo Maestro Pedro Nel Gomez is a museum that occupies the former home of the prestigious Colombian painter Pedro Nel Gomez. The Museum sits perched on a small hill that is covered with foliage. It occupies several levels and multiple rooms. It has dozens of excellent paintings from

History, Art and Culture Collide at Palacio de La Cultura Rafael Uribe Uribe

September 20, 2024

TLDR? The Palacio de la Cultura Rafael Uribe is a Gothic-style museum full of art, history, and culture. Medellin is a city that takes pride in its rich cultural heritage. Nowhere is that more clear than the bustling and vivacious Plaza De Botero. Plaza De Botero hosts several of the

A Guide to Museo Juan del Corral in Santa Fe de Antioquia

September 18, 2024

TLDR? Juan del Corral is a museum where you can learn more about the history of Antioquia! “Historical museum” is a term you probably won’t find in many people’s vacation plans. Unfortunately, they prefer to skip these places as they think they’ll be too boring. Luckily, Museo Juan del Corral

All About Santa Fe de Antioquia’s Churches

September 16, 2024

TLDR? Whether you’re religious or interested in architecture and history, this town’s beautiful churches are a must on your trip. Being a religious person, I always try to visit my holiday destination’s churches. And Colombia has a great variety of constructions with different styles and stories! Since Colombia ceased to

Freedom Medellin 2022: What to Know

September 14, 2024

TLDR? Freedom Medellin 2022 will be three days of high technology, production, and art. Freedom Medellin is the most famous underground electronic music festival in Colombia. It’s responsible for bringing together national and international artists of the genre who stand out for their music and performances. Freedom Medellin 2022 is

A Quick Guide to the Annual Medellin Tattoo Expo

September 8, 2024

TLDR? The Medellín Tattoo Expo is an annual event where artists come together to showcase their work and give amazing tattoos. Tattoo culture has grown rapidly in Medellin, and nothing is more symbolic of that than the Medellin Tattoo Expo (Expotatuaje Medellin). Established in 2010, this creative and cultural exhibition

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