Yet there is an undeniable sense of optimism and pride that the city seems to be on the right path through a commitment to innovation . Colombian city of Medellin was once known as the home of drug lord Pablo Escobar . Now the city has been the focal point for innovative urban regeneration . Named the world 's most innovative city by the Urban Land Institute . It began under former mayor who pioneered theory known as ` ` urban acupuncture ''
Colombian city of Medellin was once known as the home of drug lord Pablo Escobar . Now the city has been the focal point for innovative urban regeneration . Named the world 's most innovative city by the Urban Land Institute . It began under former mayor who pioneered theory known as ` ` urban acupuncture ''