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Medellín is Colombia’s second largest city with a population of 2.5 million. It is in a lush valley surrounded by the towering Andes Mountains. Known as the City of Eternal Spring, Medellín is famous for its perfect year-round weather and friendly people.
The city is attracting more retirees who want to live an outdoor-based, active lifestyle in a city that has affordable healthcare, good real estate value, and a lower cost of living than cities in the U.S. and Europe.
Medellín is strategically situated practically equidistant from Colombia's other major cities of Bogotá, Cali, and Bucaramanga, making it an excellent hub for both commerce and tourism. Although the greater Medellín metro area has more than 3.7 million people, the city feels like neighborhoods connected by tropical green space. Accented with public parks, flowers are always in bloom, and hundreds of brilliantly colored birds chirp while flying above rapidly flowing streams.
Once known as the most violent city in the world, Medellín has been transformed into a relatively safe, modern metropolis. In 2013, Medellín beat out New York City and Tel Aviv to be named “The Most Innovative City in the World” by the Wall Street Journal and Citibank. The prestigious “Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize” was bestowed upon Medellín in 2016 as recognition for its transformation into a sustainable, viable city. The José María Córdova International airport, located 45 minutes outside of Medellín, is the second busiest airport in Colombia and has direct flights to and from several major U.S. cities.
Medellín enjoys a mild climate year-round. With daytime highs in the low 80´s F, and evening temperatures in the mid 60´s F, there is never a need to wear anything heavier than a light jacket, regardless of the month on the calendar. There is no need for heating or air conditioning either. Even though the city is 6 degrees north of the equator, being at 5,000 feet above sea level creates a bug-free environment with very little humidity.
Medellín is the only city in Colombia that has a metro subway-style train. The above-ground two-line system connects the north with the south, and the downtown with the west. The Metroplus rapid transit line interconnects with the Metro, which makes getting around the city easy.
Add to this the multitude of metered yellow taxis, and Uber drivers, and there really isn´t any need to own a car. With over 30 universities, an array of art and history museums, theaters, restaurants, and several sports complexes, Medellín has a very cosmopolitan vibe.
The Metropolitan Theater presents a varied program of international classical music, jazz music, and dance performances. The Museo de Antioquia, located just off the Parque Berrio Metro stop, is home to a large collection of paintings and sculptures by Medellín native, Fernando Botero. As you walk through the plaza in front of the museum, make sure you rub one of his many larger-than-life bronze statues for good luck.
Medellín is also known for its festivals. From Colombiamoda (fashion week) in July, to Feria de las Flores (flower festival) in August, to the International Jazz Festival in September, to the most spectacular Christmas light displays in December. There is rarely a dull moment in the city.
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