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About Barranquilla

Capital of the department of Atlántico, it stands out in Colombia as an industrial and commercial company due to the great port activity it carries out. In Barranquilla great artistic personalities, historians, journalists and figures of great renown saw the light. Currently it stands out for being a great cultural center where the most important folk festivities in Colombia are held.

It owes its name to the large number of ravines that surround it, although it was also known as the Golden Gate of Colombia due to the great commercial activity that has been carried out since its foundation.

Located on a slightly sloping terrain, it has a dry, tropical-type climate with an ideal temperature of 25° throughout the year.

Conoce Barranquilla, Colombia

The history of Barranquilla:

Founded in the 18th century, it stood out in the fight for independence, being a fundamental pillar in the defense of Cartagena.

After the liberating activity, great mineral and natural wealth began to be discovered that prompted intense commercial activity. It became the port par excellence for the export of coffee beans to the world, which made it the current great commercial city.

Its status as a port of connection to the interior of the country and to the entire world led it to become a multicultural, cosmopolitan center with great financial and economic influence in the country.

The installation of one of the first airports in South America broadened its commercial horizon, which allowed it to consolidate itself in international markets as a specific financial center in the area.

The Biodiversity of Barranquilla:

Having a very diverse flora and fauna, due to its tropical dry forest climate, it has among its plant specimens varieties of acacia, mangroves, cacti and succulents and a great proliferation of pines, oaks and mahogany of the best quality. Fruit trees such as mamón, medlar, sour cherries and tamarinds are especially cultivated, destined for the production of juices and jams. In recent decades, the extensive planting and exploitation of guava began, a tree whose fruit has almost the same components as Korean Ginseng, being a natural energizer that regulates glycosides in the blood and promotes proper cardiac function. Its commercialization reaches record figures year after year, since it is a product of excellent quality and very good properties that does not require extensive care like ginseng.

The fauna of Barranquilla can be enjoyed in the same urban area, since the different animal species have become accustomed to living peacefully with humans, such is the case of the owls and parrots, which nest in the tall mamón trees without interfering with fruit picking. There is a great profusion of mammals such as monkeys, rodents, squirrels, dogs, cats and cattle and horses that circulate without inconvenience through the streets of Barranquilla, providing a note of picturesque coexistence with the most diverse species. The presence of snakes, iguanas and wolves make the landscape a pleasant, fun and welcoming place. The climate is ideal for the proliferation of various species of butterflies that surround the groves and gardens because in reality they already form an integral part of the warm landscape.

The Barranquilla Zoo:

As could not be missing in such a visited and cosmopolitan city, Barranquilla has a zoo, which is a special wonder to visit, has profuse vegetation and is usually the scene of family festivities and special occasions. It has more than 125 species, both native and exotic, but its main activity is research and conservation, an activity that it carries out with specialized centers and that are open to anyone who wishes to find out what work it is carrying out.

The Zoo is very well organized, it has its own parking lot, specially equipped places for picnics and rest, and it has guides that explain the characteristics of each specimen. This is a ride that should not be overlooked. It is very entertaining and very interesting. To visit.

Mary Queen Metropolitan Cathedral:

It is located in the center of the city and is one of the busiest Catholic churches in Barranquilla. Offered to the devotion of the Virgin Mary Queen, it was built in the middle of the 20th century and is kept in an excellent state of conservation. Its architecture has a modernist design and has works of incalculable value such as El Cristo Liberador Latinoamericano.

Its interior, decorated with multicolored glazed tiles, gives a refined air to the altar of this beautiful downtown Cathedral. Its view is magnificent, it is one of the favorite postcards of the city.

The Great River Boardwalk:

It is an unmissable tourist visit. On the coast of the Magdalena River, it has several kilometers in length, a great gastronomic center that delights all travelers, it has a large recreation center, sports and another cultural sector, which will please all tastes.

The Malecón is highly visited throughout the day, both foreigners and local residents, as it has become a must-see meeting place for the whole family.

You can do many outdoor activities, fish or attend free shows that are held regularly.

El gran malecon de Rio en Barranquilla

Caribbean Cultural Park:

This cultural center stands out for its artistic, natural and historical activities, which attracts a large number of daily visits.

It has attractions for all ages, with comfortable and comfortable facilities that will keep the attention of the whole family in the events it holds.

Within this complex there is a museum of modern art, it consists of an open-air theater and children's games that are aimed at speeding up learning by developing imagination and the desire to investigate. It has a large inclusive library, with books written in braille and audiobooks. It has a projection room to promote cinematographic art, where renowned international festivals are held.

Caribbean Museum:

Located within the Cultural Center, this building is located in which the culture of the Caribbean is magnified, above all things.

With several exhibition halls, some in permanent exhibitions and others with exhibitions for a certain period of time, each one has a different theme, such as dance, old collections, a room with funny stories, projection rooms where attendees can project their own shot and rooms dedicated to the daily life of the Caribbean. Of course, you cannot miss a room dedicated to Gabriel García Márquez, a great exponent of Latin American literature.

Salamanca Island Park:

This area, intended for the preservation of the environment, is crossed by a road that allows you to observe the richness of the local flora and fauna. With large forests of different species, it has beaches, swamps and landscapes in a natural state that make it a nature sanctuary for future generations.

Salamanca Island is a great refuge for aquatic and terrestrial life in danger, so its visit is restricted, but we can see it with its great vegetation, maintaining an invaluable ecosystem.

Golden Gate Convention Center:

It stands out in the city of Barranquilla for its cutting-edge architectural style. It receives thousands of visits a year and is surrounded by boardwalks, has convention centers, high-rise buildings, hotels of the best quality and shopping centers with international brands.

Its name derives from the old name given to the city by the first immigrants who arrived in the 18th century. It is a center equipped with the best technology and the most contemporary advances that can be expected.

Centro de convenciones Puerta de Oro en Barranquilla

River Administration Building:

It is a historical construction of Barranquilla. It was founded in the 19th century with a colonial style from the time of Republican Colombia. It is a cultural heritage of great beauty and great significance for Barranquilla. It is an obligatory postcard when visiting the city.

San Antonio de Salgar Castle:

With a modern style construction, it is intended for culture, education and military defense. It is located a few minutes from the center of Barranquilla and is one of the centers that the population is proudest to own.

In this center cultural encounters, art exhibitions and musical presentations are the order of the day. A place to visit with the family and enjoy as many activities as it offers.

The Mouths of Ash:

This is the name given to the place where the Magdalena River and the Ocean meet, which due to the union of fresh water and salt water from the sea, produces an amazing effect that gives it its name.

The coke from both currents makes the water take on different colors and the incredible blue waters of the sea turn ashen when they join with the waters of the Magdalena River. The amazing effect is enhanced by an exceptional climate, which invites you to fully enjoy it.

A few meters from Barrio Las Flores, it has become a tourist spot due to its colorful nature and in its surroundings there are restaurants and entertainment establishments that delight all visitors.

The best vacations: Barranquilla:

As you can see, Barranquilla has a number of paradisiacal charms at your disposal to enjoy a charming stay that offers you the most fun and diverse tours. Always with the advice of specialized bilingual guides, who will assist you to make your stay a success.


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