natural wonder
El Penol de Guatape
A massive 220-meter granite monolith rising from a lake-studded landscape, with 740 stairs to the summit offering panoramic views.
29 km · about 35 min drive
Antioquia, Colombia · South America
Barbosa is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Donmatías, 29km from El Penol de Guatape.
Barbosa is a town located in Antioquia, Colombia. With a population of 53,943, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Barbosa sits in Colombia, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Bogota time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Barbosa to your route.
Barbosa is a town and municipality in Antioquia Department, Colombia. Situated 39 km from Medellín's downtown, it is one of the municipalities of the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley. The population was estimated to be 54,347 in 2020. It is known as the Gateway to the Northeast, famous for its lakes and streams.Read more
A traditional Pineapple Festival is held here in December and a Train Festival in the district of El Hatillo in August.
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Barbosa is located in Antioquia, Colombia, South America. The coordinates are 6.4381 latitude, -75.3314 longitude.
Barbosa has a population of approximately 53,943 people, making it a town in Colombia.
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natural wonder
A massive 220-meter granite monolith rising from a lake-studded landscape, with 740 stairs to the summit offering panoramic views.
29 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Once the most dangerous neighborhood in Medellín, now a vibrant open-air gallery of street art, outdoor escalators, and hip-hop culture.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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