Santa Elena

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Medellin is partying, the flower fair returns with the parade of silleteros
… (2) For the farmers in Santa Elena their main product were flowers, beautiful of countless colors and shapes. To get the attention of potential customers these creative farmers would arrange their flower into huge masterpieces which just kept getting better with time. Sadly, but understandably, eventually this form of selling their flowers went into disuse. But their creativity and innovation seems to be ever growing! (Keep reading in the other #Festival posts)
(1) The Feria de las Flores ends in a high with El Desfile de Silleteros. Back in the day, wealthy people would travel by being carried by other humans in a chair they would hang from their head. These people where known as silleteros, term derived from the Spanish word for chair, "silla". Farmer would also use this method for carrying their crops to sell them down in Medellin. (Keep reading on the other #Festival posts)
Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

Calle Flora Hotel by Jalo

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# 37-40 Calle 9A Medellín
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Heiss Hotel By Jalo

Heiss Hotel By Jalo

4 out of 5
1460 Cra. 43F Medellín Antioquia
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Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

Hashtag 98 Hotel By Jalo

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Carrera 41 # 10 - 37 Medellín Medellín
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York Medellin, Curio Collection by Hilton

York Medellin, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Carrera 43a 17sur 63 Medellín Antioquia
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Seissta Medellin

Seissta Medellin

4 out of 5
Carrera 30, #11C-09 Medellín Antioquia
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Sites Hotel

Sites Hotel

4 out of 5
Carrera 45 No. 5 - 15 Medellín
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Popular places to visit

Such an impressive mall. With the heat that we struggled to adapt to in Medellin, we often found ourselves seeking out the comfort of air conditioned malls. Although, malls are not are favorite thing, this was definitely our favorite mall in Medellin. A must see, if you're in the area. #colombia #shopping #travel

Santafé Mall

During your visit to Medellín, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Santafé Mall. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Santafé Mall
Foto aérea del Parque de El Poblado, en la ciudad de Medellín, aparece la Iglesia de San José, Católica.

Poblado Park

After visiting Poblado Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Medellín. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Poblado Park
Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. August 3, 2009: Plaza Mayor Convention Center

Plaza Mayor Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Plaza Mayor Convention Center during your trip to Medellín. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Plaza Mayor Convention Center
Pueblito Paisa which includes religious elements and a church or cathedral

Pueblito Paisa

Enjoy a stop at Pueblito Paisa, an entertaining place to visit in Medellín. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Pueblito Paisa
Botero Square Sculpture Park featuring a church or cathedral, a square or plaza and a city

Botero Plaza

You can find out about the history of Medellín when you stop by Botero Plaza. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Botero Plaza
Parque Arví! So after you take the first metro-cable up, there is a second more touristy one

Arvi Park

You can take time to visit Arvi Park during your travels to Medellín. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Arvi Park

Things to do

Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch

Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch

$39
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch
On our tour of Guatapé you will be able to enjoy beautiful views of the zócalos and colors that make Guatape an unforgettable place.

Day Trip To Guatapé with ,Breakfast, Lunch and Boat Ride

$37
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day Trip To Guatapé with ,Breakfast, Lunch and Boat Ride
Pablo Escobar Tour Medellin

Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer

$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Pablo Escobar Tour : Museum, History and Beer
Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food

Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food

$21
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Comuna 13 Graffiti Tour with Street Food
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas

$40
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
PREMIUM Guatapé Tour: Rock, Luxury boat ride, Meals & Llamas
Medellin: Coffee Tour with Hotel Transfers and Meals

Medellin: Coffee Tour with Hotel Transfers and Meals

$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Medellin: Coffee Tour with Hotel Transfers and Meals
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Botero Square Sculpture Park featuring a church or cathedral, a square or plaza and a city

Medellin

Rock of Guatape featuring landscape views, mist or fog and a river or creek

Medellín

Parque Arví! So after you take the first metro-cable up, there is a second more touristy one (triple the cost) which takes you over the mountain ridge and quite a ways further to this beautiful park. Here is the view along the way! #medellin #colombia #parque #arvi #park #jungle #scenery #nature #sky #travel #southamerica #metrocable #gondola #wanderlust

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