Plaza Botero - Medellín, Antioquia

Plaza Botero - Medellín'Antioquia is a unique open-air art gallery in the heart of the La Candelaria district, where 23 monumental bronze sculptures by Fernando Botero create a fascinating space full of humor and social commentary.

The characteristic full shapes in the 'Boterismo' style - from a plump dog to a Roman soldier - have transformed a neglected square into a symbol of the city's cultural renewal. Local tradition says that touching the sculptures brings good luck, which is why the bronze shines in the places most often stroked by visitors.