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I have lived on and off in Colombia for over 40 years (more off than on as I live in FL full time, Medellin, part time). Jerico is truly a one of a kind small town or pueblo. The town caters to the arts and tourists for sure. There are modern, progressive restaurants and businesses throughout that you do not typically see in any other small town or pueblo. It truly left an impact on me as I have been to many many pueblos around Medellin and throughout Colombia. We DEFINITELY will be back. The climate is perfect by the way....like a perfect Florida day in February, mid 70's and minimal to no humidity, during the day typically. At night, it can dip into the mid 60's. I have been hearing of Jerico for years but just never made it a point to get there. In one more year or so, there will be a major highway completed(almost done now) that will get you there in 1.5 hours. Then you are left with about a 20 minute mountain climb up; the only bad part of the drive but the views are breathtaking from the drive up. It is a NO BRAINER to take the time to get to Jerico. Definitely go for a Friday or Saturday night and until the main highway is done, try avoiding your trip back to Medellin on a Sunday evening, you will get stuck in traffic. Come back on a Monday or any day during the week.

Jerico is a beautiful authentic town with a great vibe and the nicest people. El despertar fits in perfectly with the local flavor - upscale but not over the top. I wish more hotels were designd like this, rather than trying to be so extravagant.

Nice town, easily walked. Getting there by chiva from Andes over the mountain road was an unforgettable experience. Very nice Botanical Gardens. Plenty of places to eat around the town and it is famous for the Carril Bag being made there.

Loved the mountain setting with a small town to take in as well. Very relaxing and refreshing weekend. Well worth the 3 1/2 hour bus ride from Medellin to get out of the city, experience some nature, meet some great people and recharge.

I love Jericó. It's clean. The people are kind, views spectacular and botanical garden is delightful. There are many steps to get up and down from the main square. Excellent exercise. I'd go back again in a heartbeat. Such a wonderful place.

The town is really pretty to just wander about in. The surrounding area is great for walking/hiking and it's really beautiful. Good food options in the city, especially 'el postre jericoano', the typical dessert of Jerico.