Santa Elena

Santa Elena, is one of five districts of the city of Medellin and located in east of the city where it has an area of 70.4 square miles. It's about 2,600 meters above sea level so it has a cold climate and a wide biodiversity. It has a great history, because it contains large ancient trails, and is the place of origin of the Silleteros, who are a National Cultural Heritage. They are flower growers who have a long tradition in this country, and where every August 7 each year, they come to parade with saddles on their shoulders through the city, because they are the backbone of the Festival of Flowers.