A Paisa is a person from Antioquia. They are are unique genetically because of past isolation and their later Basque ancestry. Juan Valdez, the fictional character used in Colombian coffee commercials is based on the Paisa stereotype. They often wear sombrero hats such as the one pictured.
A mural of León de Greiff a Colombian poet on a metro station wall in Medellin. He lived between...
A Paisa is someone from the Paisa Region located in northwest Colombia. This region includes the following departments: Antioquia,...
The Library of Spain in Medellin is an imposing piece of architecture that hovers over the city of Medellin. ...
Walking the streets of Santo Domingo Savio in Medellin. This street has a number of small shops mostly used...
The Medellin River flows for 60 km (37 mi) and through the Colombian city of Medellin. After that, the...
Palacio de la Cultura in Medellin houses historical archives, a library, art gallery, and a museum. Located in the...
View of the square in Pueblito Paisa (Little Town) in Medellin Colombia. Located on the top of Nutibarra Hill,...
Looking at a busy lunchtime crowd near the Botero Metro Station in Medellin, Colombia, (circa 2009).
