45 Most Colorful Cities Around The World You'll Want To Visit

39. Comuna 13, Medellín, Colombia: Resistance in Vivid Strokes

Graffiti in Comuna 13 San Javier, Medellín, Colombia. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Bernard Gagnon

Once one of Medellín’s most dangerous areas, Comuna 13 has transformed into a global symbol of resilience—through color. Massive street murals cover every wall, staircase, and rooftop, narrating stories of loss, community, and hope. Electric oranges, teals, purples—the palette is intense, defiant. Local guides (often former residents) walk you through graffiti art that doubles as collective memory. Color in Comuna 13 isn’t ornamental. It’s protest. Healing. Identity. And it's impossible to forget.

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