Most sculptures in Medellín are created by one of South America’s most celebrated artist: Fernando Botero who was born in Medellín in 1932 and has since become famous across the world for his sculptures, paintings and drawings. Especially, his exaggeration of human, animal figures and unusual disproportion of body parts in his pieces of art are his trademark. Discover the sculptures that Fernando Botero donated, by strolling through the streets in Medellín. The best place to start is in Plaza Botero nearby Parque Berrio metro stop.