Bello

Bello is principally the name of a municipality in the Antioquia Department of Colombia. It is located to the west of Medellín and is part of the Medellín metropolitan area, featuring a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The local economy includes manufacturing, commerce, and services, with road connections to the surrounding metropolitan region. The municipality is governed by an elected mayor and council and provides typical urban services such as education, health, and public works.

Bello is also a surname of Italian and Spanish origin. It is borne by various individuals across the Americas and Europe, reflecting historical and contemporary migration patterns.

In addition to its use as a place and a surname, bello is a word in Italian meaning beautiful, used in everyday speech and expressions such as che bello.