Listed as a “must-see” when visiting Colombia by a large number of travel guides. Comuna 13 of Medellin is surprising for its history of resilience and social transformation, having been one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world in the 1980s and becoming a sector of the city filled with human, social and economic development.
A Genuine Neighborhood with Friendly People
The tourist who comes to visit this neighborhood to learn about its history can enjoy the genuine neighborhood life and the kindness of the local inhabitants. San Javier or La Comuna 13 is one of the sixteen comunas of Medellin and is located to the west of the city. In its 74 km² it houses more than eighteen neighborhoods.
Discovering the history of La Comuna 13 and its transformation is taking the Graffitour and be surrounded by the colors of the murals of artists, mostly local, who have portrayed their testimony of resilience through art.
An Experience Full of Enriching Sensations
Throughout the tour, in this genuine neighborhood of Medellin you can feel the rhythm of break dancing through street “shows” with local artists. Enjoy the impressive views of the city at the different viewpoints, mix with the people of the neighborhood on the public escalators that contrast with the colors of the countless houses that are part of the landscape and that blend with the imposing mountains of Medellin. It is a place where there are many “spots” to take incredible photos.
Comuna 13 from The Air
By taking the modern metro system you arrive at the San Javier station. There is the option of taking J Line of the Medellin Metrocable to see Comuna 13 of Medellin and the entire city from the air. An enriching experience not only because of the landscape, but also because of the invitation to be aware of the contrasts of this Colombian metropolis.
A recommendation is to leave this plan for last before leaving La Comuna 13 and thus start the tour on the electric escalators, tour the neighborhood and enjoy the Graffitour.
