# Medellin Named World Book Capital

- Place: Medellin, Colombia (6.2769, -75.577)
- Published: 2026-11-03T23:05:54.409Z · expires 2026-11-10T23:05:54.409Z
- Floors (The Arena): E9 Cultures, E12 States, E7 Ecosystems
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Medellín has been named the 2027 World Book Capital by UNESCO, per travelnoire.com. The announcement recognizes the city's commitment to promoting reading and literary culture.

The designation comes as the city prepares for major cultural events, including two concerts by Tiësto scheduled for 2027 in Bogotá and Medellín, according to colombiaone.com.

Meanwhile, British national arrested with silenced pistol in Parque Lleras, reports thecitypaperbogota.com. The incident occurred near the city’s central square during evening hours.

## Sources

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- [British National Arrested with Silenced Pistol in Medellín’s Parque Lleras](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMirwFBVV95cUxOd3ZmYnpwNS1LNHIzUENucENjUC1tTzFRZWU5OHdpQVRYYnhTZ0Rpc084MjUyM1BuZk8yekJ5SVJNcG9oUm1NbXRGRzhvV2ZUSUxYaXByUWhQY0FONkUzalMtbjFDN0dzTE1zRTlfZGlPSWtLWllLd0Z6YjNhWmw3TzNYTVlWWWN5NDZPNWFIcHVFZTNFemd4Vjl4UXBqZDRnQWJNalFlaFpveEQwajB3?oc=5) · thecitypaperbogota.com · 2026-11-02
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