Twenty-something years ago not even the most optimistic globe-trotter would’ve even dared to set foot in Medellin. A city that in 1993 was iconic for all things drug-related. Medellin in recent years has transformed into one of South America’s most beautiful cities. Yet, there are still many myths about Medellin that we need to debunk.
We don’t mean the girls are hot (which they are) but we mean the very essence of the city is beautiful.
People are friendly, the weather is amazing, strip clubs are legendary. This is all lodged in the Aburra Valley also known as Medellin.
Many myths about Medellin exist but here are the top two. We want to shed light on them and tell you what’s true and what isn’t. Here are the Top 2 Biggest Myths About Medellin, Colombia.
Is Medellin Dangerous?
Being the city it was back in the 80s (and up until Pablo’s demise). Medellin has always had the reputation of being dangerous. But, thanks to social work and government interference, this is a myth. Medellin has in the past decade become one of South America’s most visited places.
An up-and-coming city, Medellin sees hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. It has also improved significantly when it comes to safety.
Many of the dangers in Medellin that arise for visitors are their own fault. If you walk to an area that you’ve heard is ghetto or get so drunk late at night and are alone, you’ll most likely run into some sort of trouble.
The city has its marginalized neighborhoods but what city doesn’t? Stay clear of a few areas and you’ll find that you’ve never felt safer and at home. Too bad the same can’t be said about Colombia’s two other major cities (Bogota and Cali).
How hot are the Women?
Whoever says Paisa women aren’t the most beautiful in the world is lying. Or has plain and simple, never been to Medellin. Allow me to elaborate on the women here and why they are the most beautiful in the world.
Venezuela has the second most Miss Universe Pageants (7 in total). But is only beaten by the US (which I don’t think you believe has the most beautiful women on earth).
Venezuela and the US may have the most laureates. But in terms of the number of attractive women in their country don’t even stand a chance against Colombian women. The best are Paisa women as in those from Medellin.
This is a city where walking into a McDonald’s or local supermarket. Don’t expect to see attractive women shopping there, you’ll see how beautiful the girl at the cash register is!
Medellin is a city where appearances are everything and whether you’re poor or rich. Women always want to look above their status so, girls are always trying to look better than their peers.
At this point the question on your mind is “should I go to Medellin?” and the answer is, hell yes! It has its rough areas as every other city on earth does but if you blend in and don’t do anything stupid, you will feel right at home in no time.
The women are incredible, the nightlife scene is great and the people are friendly and welcoming. What else could you want?
What other myths have you heard involving Medellin? Tell us. Email us at info@medellinvip-net or call us at 877-562-4913.
