Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Pioneer Towards the end of the 19th century, one of the most eccentric and memorable figures in history emerged in Medellín: Carlos Coriolano Amador, regarded as the richest man in Colombia and one of the key...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Parks In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Medellín’s elite spearheaded urban reforms that redefined architecture and the use of public space. Chicherías and vivanderos were banned, and in their place...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Homes In the homes of Medellín’s elite, domestic staff were indispensable and numbered in the dozens. It was common to find a cook, a housekeeper, a nanny, a wet nurse and a footman, as well as laundresses,...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Neighbourhoods Towards the end of the 19th century, Medellín experienced rapid urban growth, doubling its built-up area and giving rise to new neighbourhoods that shaped the city’s social and economic development. T...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Streets In colonial Medellín, the main streets marked out the perimeter of the Plaza Mayor, the town’s political, religious and commercial centre. This area was home to the most influential figures of the tim...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Village In the late 19th century, in the town of La Candelaria, many residents of Medellín walked barefoot along its cobbled streets. Some did so out of habit, others out of necessity, as shoes were a status ...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Mazamorra Mazamorra is one of the most traditional dishes of Antioquia and Colombian cuisine. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when the Spanish arrived in the Americas and discovered maize, a staple f...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Parva An essential part of Antioquia’s baking tradition, it is a symbol of tradition and flavour in homes across Medellín and Antioquia. From the early hours of the morning, bakers work tirelessly to offer ...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Sancocho Sancocho is more than just a traditional dish from Antioquia; it is an experience that brings families and friends together around the fire. Preparing it is almost a ritual: the aroma of meat and spic...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Arepa The arepa is more than just a food; it is a symbol of identity, culture and tradition in Antioquia and Colombia. Its presence on the dining tables of the people of Antioquia is non-negotiable, featuri...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN Bandeja Paisa The bandeja paisa is the signature dish of Antioquian cuisine and one of Colombia’s most iconic dishes. Also known as bandeja de arriero or bandeja montañera, its origins date back to the gruelling wo...
Tour en Medellin, JUAN The Carriel The ‘carriel’ is one of the most iconic accessories of the Paisa identity. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when muleteers from Antioquia, in their search for a practical way to carry their ...
