Paisa in Medellin Antioquia Colombia

Paisa in Medellin Antioquia Colombia
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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.

 

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