Chulos, Chuzos and Hotdog Condoms

Do you really know Medellin, Colombia? You'll discover that it is nothing like it used to be. In the 1980s and 1990s it was an extremely dangerous place to be. Since the beginning of the 21st Century, however, the development and renewal of this spectacular city in the Andes has changed it dramatically. Steeped in the rich traditions of the Antiqueños, the Medellin and the surrounding pueblos of Antioquia make this city tucked away in the Andes a virtual paradise. Explore some of the culture, language and natural beauty of Medellin as the author recounts his experience as a gringo among Paisas.