Hidden Gem Vol.12｜Medellín, Colombia

Once the infamous stronghold of Pablo Escobar (Netflix's Narcos), Medellín has reborn as a visionary art hub with year-round spring-like climate and radical social transformation. 🎪 Must-Visit Magical Landmarks 1️⃣ Comuna 13 The world’s only open-air escalator system weaving through vibrant graffiti murals Witness the jaw-dropping metamorphosis from violent slum to street art mecca Local tip: Join a hip-hop dance workshop with community youth 2️⃣ Botero Plaza Pose with the iconic "chubby" sculptures by Colombia’s beloved artist Fernando Botero Free entry to Museo de Antioquia showcasing Latin America’s finest modern art 3️⃣ Arví Park Cable car ride over the Aburrá Valley with cloud-forest views Hike through orchid-filled trails—morning mist creates fairy-tale ambiance 4️⃣ Guatapé’s Zipper Rock Climb the 649-step staircase carved into the monolith 360° panorama of the "Thousand Islands" reservoir (bring your camera!) Secret spot: Hidden viewpoint behind the rock with fewer crowds ✨ Why It’s Special Medellín’s rebirth story—from cartel violence to urban innovation—makes every mural, cable car, and hillside community a living lesson in resilience. #Medellin #ColombiaTravel #UrbanTransformation