Centro
Articles tagged Centro on Medellin Living — Medellín expat guides and stories.
Iglesia de La Candelaria, the Oldest Church in Medellín
When visiting the tourist spots in El Centro, it is also worth stopping at Iglesia de La Candelaria to see what is considered the oldest church in Medellín.
Iglesia Jesús Nazareno and “Street of the Dead”
Iglesia Jesús Nazareno is one of the most beautiful churches in Medellín. It is located along “Street of the Dead” where most funerals are held in the city.
El Hueco: The Cheapest Shopping in Medellín
El Hueco, located in the center of Medellín, is a shopper’s dream. You can find anything and everything for the cheapest prices in the city.
Regal Shopping at Palacio Nacional
Impressive, stately and very regal, a shopping experience at Palacio Nacional here feels as though you are shopping in a palace.
Colombia Advances to World Cup Second Round
With their win over Ivory Coast, Colombia advances to the second round of the 2014 World Cup. Andrew gives us his account from downtown Medellín.
Plaza Minorista: A Farmer’s Market in El Centro
Ryan explores Plaza Minorista, a farmer’s market in downtown Medellin full of fresh meat and produce.
A Brighter, Cleaner Parque de Las Luces
Parque de las Luces was unveiled in 2005 to clean up the Plaza de Cisneros, a landmark space in the southwest area of downtown Medellin.
Christmas Shopping in Centro
Deciding what to buy them was easy. I just had to find them. My four nephews and nieces love soccer so I figured soccer jerseys would make a great Christmas gift, but I had to find them in their favorite colors and that…
La Candelaria (Centro): A Closer Look at Downtown Medellin
All about Centro, or downtown Medellin, including a brief history, points of interest, advice for staying safe and room costs.