Holiday Destination: Medellin

Medellín is the second largest city in Colombia. It has over 2 million people and is the capital of the department of Antioquia. It's set in a valley running south to north just under one hour by plane from Bogotá. Medellín is a vast city built north to south in the Aburrá valley and surrounded on either side by majestic mountain ranges. The wealthier classes live in the well-protected hillside neighborhood of El Poblado, and the more traditional suburban neighborhoods, Laureles and Envigado. This is far removed from the action and commotion which are found in the city's center. There are the busy markets and a thriving street life that make up much of the city's charm. The city is home to a half-dozen universities, accounting for a vibrant cultural and nightlife scene fueled by thousands of young adults from all over the country. Medellín is also Colombia's largest industrial center, and home to factories making everything from designer clothing to Toyota SUVs. The city's northern hills are flooded with rural refugees from the ongoing civil war and their ingenuity in making a living is impressive. People sell anything from crayons to guinea pigs to garden earth in the bars in order to make a living.

Climate

Summer 22 ° C (71 ° F) and Winter 10 ° C (50 ° F).

Tourist Season

Mostly rainy season in Medellin but July and August is the driest time of year.

Accommodation

Hotels and Appartments.

General Information Of Medellin

• Land Area: 380 km2 (150 sq mi)
• Population: 27 Lakh.
• Capital City: Antioquia.
• Language: Spanish.

Tourist Attraction in or Near by Medellin

Metrocable

Medellín is a city located in the Aburra Valley and it is therefore surrounded by hills. Metrocable is a gondola lift system implemented by the City Council of Medellín, Colombia with the purpose of providing a complementary transportation service to that of Medellín's Metro. It was designed to reach some of the least developed suburban areas of Medellín. and is largely considered to be the first Cable Propelled Transit system at South America. The system uses Monocable Detachable Gondola technology which consists of cable cars connected to a fixed cable through means of a detachable grip.

Parque Explora

Parque Explora is a science museum kids will love, and may tickle the adult’s inner child as well. Loosely modeled on San Francisco’s famous Exploratorium, the Parque Explora offers a series of interactive exhibits on physics. For a few years now, visitors have been able to discover the wonders of fresh- and saltwater marine life in the aquarium at the Parque Explora in Medellín. The park, with its 25 different types of tanks, showcases more than 4,000 colorful and diverse marine animals.

Piedra de Penol

Piedra de Penol is a ‘must-see’ for those who visit Medellin. It’s located in petite pueblo. It’s nice to be pleasantly surprised by your destination when you are travelling, and Piedra del Peñol was exactly that. This was one place where natural and man-made wonders came together to create spectacular surroundings and harmony.

Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica

Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica is simply a masterpiece of architecture. Medellin’s main Cathedral, along with thickly shaded Parque Bolivar once Medellin’s most important plaza now seem suffocated by the claustrophobic urban chaos that is downtown. This thing gives the visitors an idea about the religious nature of Colombians. The cavernous interior is a bit spare and spooky, but the epic interior arches are well worth a look.

Museo de Antioquia

The Museo de Antioquia is the most important museum in Medellín, and one of the most known in Colombia. It was the first founded in the Antioquia department. Their collections are located in Medellin downtown, in front of Fernando Botero's square.

Medellini Interactive Museum (Museo Interactivo)

Medellini Interactive Museum is in the area Parque Pies Descalzos. The park is dominated by the large and fully computerized EPM Building, the International Convention Center and the Metropolitano Theater. Within easy walking distance from the METRO, the Medellin River and the autopista, the Park features a Sand Park, water fountains (which you can get wet and interact with), a Zen Garden, forests and wooden tables for picnicking. Bring your own food and drinks, or eat out at one of the many restaurants and cafes within the Park.

Accessibility

Bus Terminal

Terminal de Norte

LMedellin, Antioquia, Colombia.

Estacion de Policia Cai Terminal Del Sur

02/20 (EOH0, Medellin

Antioquia, Colombia.

Nearest Airport

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport : For the international flights located in the nearby city of Rionegro.

Olaya Herrera Airport: For the domestic flights.

Nearest Metro Station

Cisneros Station

Medellin, Antioquia,Colombia.

San Javier

Medellin, Antioquia,Colombia.