All about Jericó – Antioquia
An authentic village with 17 churches
Jericó is a traditional village located 108km from Medellin, about 3 hours by bus. Among travelers, the village is less known than the village of Jardín. Except among Colombian tourists and lovers of churches, because there are no less than 17 of them!
Activities
While in Jericó, you can visit coffee plantations, hike to lookout points and go horseback riding, among other things. Furthermore, you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere in the colorful village, grab a coffee in one of the nice places and try the local cuisine in one of the good restaurants. Especially on weekends, the square is a pleasant place to be, with more visitors coming for a cup of coffee or cerveza, or just for a chat. You can also go with an organized tour to Jericó from Medellín.
#ColombiaMyWay Tips
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Check out Bomarzo, hot spot for the arts in Jericó
There is a creative vibe in Jericó, so you’ll find many galleries and other artsy spots. Bomarzo is the place to be, with paintings by Colombian artists, a studio, café, restaurant and stores.
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Go paragliding
Medellín has the reputation of being a hotspot for paragliding, but did you know that Jericó is also a great place for paragliding? All the more reason to include this village in your itinerary before it is discovered by “everyone”!