Medellín, Colombia
Medellín is an extremely attractive town which serves as the industrial and commercial center for the surrounding region of Antioquia; with roughly two million inhabitants, is Colombia’s second largest city. The city is knows as the “City of the Eternal Spring” due to its mild climate all year long. It is widely regarded in Colombia as a clean, well-organized and economically vibrant community. Major industries include steel, textiles, confections, food and beverage, agriculture (from its rural area), public services, chemical products and medical drugs, refined oil and flower exports.. It is also the fashion capital of Colombia. Although most of the colonial architecture no longer remains, the churches in the center of town attract many visitors. The Basilica de la Candelaria is one of the most popular churches located here. Medellín is also home of over 30 universities that attracts students from the region and the Caribbean coast.
