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Edificio Inteligente EPM: A Model of Progress and Innovation

Edificio Inteligente EPM, Medellín's public utilities services headquarters, is dedicated to improving the city through social and community projects.

10 Surprisingly Cheap Things in Medellín

Jeff looks at 10 surprisingly cheap things in Medellín, which contribute to the low cost of living in the city.

Parque Poblado: A Popular Place to Meet and Drink Outdoors

Parque Poblado is the ideal outdoor spot to meet up with friends for a drink before a night out in Parque Lleras.

Buying a Lechona, Typical Colombian Food for Parties

Everyone in Colombia appears to like lechona, which is a pig stuffed with rice, peas, spices and meat. Lechonas are popular at large parties in Colombia.

Shopping at City Plaza, Envigado’s Modern Mall

City Plaza is the only modern mall in Envigado, which is surprising as Envigado has a bigger population than El Poblado.

The Food Truck Trend Comes to Colombia

Ryan discovers the food truck trend in Bogotá and tries each one at the city's primary park for these mobile restaurants, which are all over the capital.

Avenida Jardín: Boutique Shopping in Laureles

Avenida Jardín gives us a whole street with plenty of fashion boutiques, mostly addressed to women, but nevertheless, useful for men too.

Medellín Living’s Year in Review (2014)

A look back at Medellín Living in 2014, featuring the most popular posts, and a handpicked selection of other popular stories.

Shopping at Aves Maria, Sabaneta’s Modern Mall

Aves Maria Centro Comerical is the only Western-style mall in Sabaneta. With the rapid growth of Sabaneta, it should eventually become a very busy mall.

Medellín Guide: Now Available in App Store

The Medellín Guide is a free iPhone app featuring the best of Medellín, Colombia, including restaurants, cafés, nightlife, attractions and accommodation.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Celestino Hotel

Experts in comfortable hotel stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Loma Verde!

Experts in long and short term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Soul Lifestyle

Experts in short and long term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Casacol Medellin!

Experts in long and short term stays.
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Want to explore Medellín on your own but don't know where to stay?

Check out Marquee Hotel

Experts in Luxury hotel stays.