Medellin
I really love Colombia. The first time I went here IN 2001, I spent a month in Medellin, but this trip decided to travel around the country. I had a friend who grew up here so I stayed with him and his family. I understand many people think Colombia is dangerous and stay away from this great country, but as long as you take precautions and understand what not to do, the trip is not as dangerous as it seems. It helped that I knew someone to show me around also.
Medellin is a great city. Smaller then Bogota and situated in the valley of a mountain. It was home to the infamous, Pablo Escobar and he's house is still there today. The street food in great in here. Clean and fresh, arepas are a diet staple. I like them with butter and salt, but they make them with eggs, ham and cheese too.
Aguadiente is the common alcohol and way to strong for me. It taste like a mix between vodka and jagermeister. Not really good to me. But if you want to party there are many clubs and bars and chivas. Chivas are party buses that drive around the streets. They are loud and a fun way to party around with your friends.
In the square, is a beautiful cathedral and surrounded by food stalls and bars. This is where most people hang out.
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