Medellín: Half-Day Private Colonial Towns Tour

Medellín: Half-Day Private Colonial Towns Tour

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Explore 3 colonial towns outside of Medellin. Learn about the history of independence in Colombia in an amazing museum in Rionegro. Get to know the 3 different churches styles in the colonial towns.

Highlights

Hear about the history of independence in Colombia from a knowledgable guide
Learn about Medellin's past and the legacy of these unique towns
Take in a panoramic view of the valley along the way
Watch gushing water stream down a lush hillside at waterfall pitstop
Get an insiders' look at 3 colonial towns east of Medellin

Description

Discover the quaint beauty of 3 different colonial towns outside of Medellin. Visit El Retira, La Ceja, and Rionegro, all places significant in the history of Colombia. The first stop is at El Retiro, a town built in the 18th century. Wander around the central park, see an old church, and traverse pretty streets. Pick up insights into the town's past from your guide. Make a pit stop at a remarkably beautiful waterfall on the way to La Ceja. Explore another town built in the 18th century. Marvel at its historical Spanish architecture. Cap off the half-day experience with a visit to Rionegro, the largest municipality outside Medellin, founded in 1541. This was one of the most important cities during the independence struggle in Colombia, and is home to a museum that highlights this history.