Immersive Time Travel Experience in Medellín’s Prado Neighborhood

For ⁢centuries,⁤ time travel has fascinated human imagination. EC Tours, a Medellín-based tourism agency, has turned this dream‍ into a reality with their ⁣award-winning ⁣project, “Journey to ‍the Past: El Prado ⁣and ​El Centro.”

This ⁢innovative tour captivated the judges at the ninth edition of the Tourism Product Show, a competition organized by Anato, Antioquia, Chocó,⁣ and the Medellín Bureau, with⁤ the support of the Mayor’s Office.

Who is⁣ EC Tours?

EC Tours is a tourism agency born out of EC Transportes, a company that provides‌ transportation services to top hotels in Medellín, including Inter, Marriott, York,⁤ and ClikClak. With over five​ years of experience in the industry, EC ⁢Tours has been ⁢in operation ⁢for three years, offering personalized and high-quality tourism experiences to‍ its⁣ clients.

“We started with the ⁤idea‍ of showcasing a⁣ lesser-known side of Medellín,” says⁢ Juliana Gómez, company ​manager. “We discovered ‌the rich heritage of the Prado neighborhood and decided to create a tour that would bring this hidden gem to life.”

What ‍to Expect from the Tour

The “Journey to the Past”⁣ tour is an immersive experience that takes you on a​ journey through Medellín’s⁣ culture, art, ‍gastronomy, music,⁢ and heritage. The tour begins at your hotel, where you’ll be⁢ picked up in a modern car and taken to the house of ⁤Mónica Durán, a long-time ⁢resident of the Prado neighborhood.

Mónica will‍ welcome you ‌into her home, a declared heritage ⁤site, and share stories ⁣about the history of Prado. As you leave her house, you’ll be transported back in time, literally, ‌as you board a vintage car that will⁣ take you on a panoramic tour of the neighborhood.

During the tour, you’ll‌ visit ⁢special places like Casa Tres‌ Patios and Casa ⁤Providencia, and conclude with traditional music and ⁤a joyful evening⁤ at La Pascasia.

Prado’s Revival

Redefining the Prado⁣ neighborhood is an​ idea that’s gaining popularity in Medellín. With its high heritage value and architectural beauty, ⁤Prado​ is a hidden gem waiting to‌ be ⁢rediscovered.

“We want to bring life back to this corner of Medellín,” says Juliana. “Our tour is ⁤just⁤ one ⁢of many initiatives aimed at​ showcasing the city’s rich history ‍and cultural heritage.”