Medellín - Wikipedia
After Colombia won its independence from Spain, Medellín became the capital of the Federal State of Antioquia until 1888, with the proclamation of the Colombian Constitution of 1886. During the 19th century, Medellín was a dynamic commercial center, first exporting gold, then producing and exporting coffee.
Medellin | Colombia, History, Map, & Population | Britannica
Dec 24, 2024 · Medellín, city, capital of Antioquia departamento, northwestern Colombia. It lies along the Porce River (a tributary of the Cauca) at an elevation of 5,000 feet (1,500 metres) above sea level, in the steep, temperate Aburrá Valley of the Cordillera Central.
Medellin, Colombia: All You Must Know Before You Go (2025) - Tripadvisor
Medellin rises proudly from the belly of the Aburrá Valley, and its natural beauty makes a perfect setting for hiking, zip lining and horseback riding. Travel through lush jungle to Piedra de Penol, then climb the 740 steps to the top—a journey within a journey that rewards you with unforgettable views.
25 Best Things to Do in Medellín (Colombia) - The Crazy Tourist
Jan 26, 2020 · The second city of Colombia, Medellín has transformed itself perhaps more than any other city in the world. Though its violent, tumultuous past is well-known, today the city is modern, innovative, and just generally lovely.
Medellín travel - Lonely Planet | Colombia, South America
Situated in a narrow valley, Medellín packs the punch of a city twice its size. Its skyline reaches for the heavens, setting high-rise apartments and office buildings against a backdrop of jagged peaks in every direction.
Medellín City of Eternal Spring | Colombia Travel
Visit Medellín, also known as the city of eternal spring thanks to its perfect climate. Known for its music, its gastronomy and its friendly locals.
Medellín, Colombia: Your In-Depth Travel Guide to The City of …
Located in the middle of Colombia, tucked into a valley surrounded by the Andes Mountains is Medellín, Colombia's second-largest city. Known as the City of Flowers, Medellín is attracting …
What to Know About Medellín, Colombia - TripSavvy
Jun 3, 2019 · Medellín is Colombia's second largest city and is nestled in the Aburrá Valley of the Andes Mountains. It was founded in 1616 but remained a small, under-the-radar locale until the Colombian coffee boom. It later became the center of a …
The Top 12 Things to Do in Medellin, Colombia - TripSavvy
May 19, 2022 · Medellin, the City of the Eternal Spring, knows how to reinvent itself. The former base of Pablo Escobar and current haven of digital nomads, there's much more to do here than visit the sights made famous by Netflix's "Narcos."
14 Things to Do (and 1 Not to Do) in Medellin (Updated 2025)
Oct 31, 2024 · Medellín is filled with lots of parks, new buildings, libraries, restaurants, and a growing tech scene. The city has changed a lot, and you can tell the residents are very proud of everything they’ve accomplished.