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A good place to visit while in Medellín is Pueblito Paisa. It’s a a small replica Antioquian village on top of Nutibara Hill (Cerro Nutibara), a small hill in the middle of the city.
Pueblito Paisa
In the colorful village, which was built in 1978, you’ll see several buildings typically found in towns around Antioquia. If you can’t make it out to any towns outside of Medellín, this is a quick and easy way to get a feel for what these towns are like. Admission is also free (as of September 2023).
The village features restaurants offering traditional Colombian food, traditional craft and souvenir shops, and plenty more touristy stuff. There’s even a small church. The only negative is that it’s a very touristy place.
Views of Medellín
Other than being able to see the village, the best reason to head up to Pueblito Paisa is for the amazing views of Medellín. Nutibara Hill has one of the best vantage points in the city.
Other Attractions
Another point of interest on top of Nutibara Hill is the Carlos Vieco Theatre. This open-air theatre has a capacity of 3,800 and hosts concerts and other events throughout the year.
There’s also a sculpture park on the hill. The most famous is a sculpture dedicated to the indigenous people, Cacique Nutibara by José Horacio Betancur in 1953.
Guayaquil Bridge
Finally, at the foot of Nutibara Hill is the Guayaquil Bridge (Puente de Guayaquil). It’s the oldest existing bridge over the Medellín River, built between 1878 and 1879. The bridge functioned as a place of execution for those sentenced to death in the late 19th century.
