Barranquilla Nice summer weather all year round. Average temperature 28 C (80 F). It is the fourth most important city in Colombia. Population of 1,206,946 inhabitants. Language: Spanish.
Strategic Location Land route: Cartagena 1 hrs. and 45 min. Santa Marta 1 hrs. and 20 min. Air route: Medellín 1 hrs.. Bogotá 1 hrs. and 25 min. Panamá 1 hrs. and 10 min. San Andrés 1 hrs. and 25 min. Cali 1 hrs. and 30 min. Miami 2 hrs. and 40 min. Airlines operating: Avianca, Copa Airlines, Latam, American Airlines, Easy Fly, Wingo, Viva Colombia
Barranquilla American Capital of the Culture It is a recognition to Barranquilla as a center of popular progress, diversity and tolerance in terms of culture; With the African and indigenous influence, and that of European immigration, Lebanese, North American and others, that integrated and enlarged our cultural richness. It is a strategic benefit, because it allows to position a positive image of Barranquilla at local, national and international level, which implies that it is also an instrument of economic development.
Gastronomy It is a mixture of cultures of European, Syrian-Lebanese, Asian and American ancestors who entered by the river and by the sea, seasoned with the Caribbean touch of the creole ingredients of the region. This city invites you to enjoy elegant international restaurants and "Street" sites. Some typical dishes to try: Sancocho de guandú, mojarra frita con patacones and arroz con coco, arroz de liza, huevas de pescado, butifarra, arepa de huevo, mazorca desgranada. Accompany any of these dishes with guarapo or a delicious patillazo. And then sweeten your palate with raspao or with an alegría.
Carnival Of Barranquilla
Carnival of Barranquilla Oral and Intangible Heritage Declared by UNESCO since 2003 as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, the Barranquilla Carnival is considered one of the most festive and colorful carnivals in the world.
Hotels in Barranquilla
5 Stars Hotels Hotel Estelar in Alto Prado 180 Rooms. 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel Sonesta Barranquilla 126 Rooms. 4 Meeting Halls. Hotel Dann Carlton Barranquilla 142 Rooms. 16 Meeting Halls. Hotel Windsor Barranquilla 105 Rooms. 5 Meeting Halls. Hotel Movich Buró 51 150 Rooms. 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel GHL Collection 153 Rooms. 4 Meeting Halls. 39 Apartments. Hotel Crowne Plaza Barranquilla 76 Rooms. 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel Country International 72 Rooms. 1 Meeting Halls.
4 Stars Hotels Hotel El Prado 180 Rooms. 8 Meeting Halls. Hotel NH Collection Smartsuites Royal 118 Rooms 4 Meeting Halls. Hotel American Golf 50 Rooms. 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel Atrium Plaza 77 Rooms. 5 Meeting Halls. Howard Johnson Hotel Versalles 81 Rooms. 5 Meeting Halls. Hotel Diamond Premium Barranquilla 86 Rooms. 6 Meeting Halls. Hampton By Hilton 125 Rooms. Four Points by Sheraton 119 Rooms 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel Hilton Garden Inn 123 Rooms. 2 Meeting Halls. 1 Convention Center. Hotel Barranquilla Plaza 176 Rooms. 9 Meeting Halls. Hotel Puerta del Sol 109 Rooms. 10 Meeting Halls. Hotel BH Barranquilla 64 Rooms. 2 Meeting Halls.
3 Stars Hotels Hotel Prado 72 57 Rooms. 2 Meeting Halls. Hotel Genova Prado 50 Rooms. Hotel Charthon 65 Rooms 3 Meeting Halls. Hotel Oxford Barranquilla 31 Rooms. 2 Meeting Halls. Washington Plaza Hotel 51 Rooms. 4 Meeting Halls. Hotel Suite Continental 60 Rooms. 1 Meeting Hall. Hotel Stanford Plaza Barranquilla 56 Rooms. 1 Meeting Hall.
New Hotel Projects In Barranquilla Name Hotel 53. Hotel Royal Washington. Hotel San Jorge. Hotel Novotel. No. Rooms 119 36 52 400 Address Cra. 53 No. 79-222 Cra. 53 No. 79-279 Clle. 86 No. 47-54 Cra. 51B Calle 90 Total New Rooms: 607
Meeting City The city has a variety of convention centers and event halls with capacity from 15 to 16,000 people. Fair and Convention Center Puerta de Oro. Convention Center Combarranquilla Country. Convention Center Blue Gardens. Jumbo Hall Country Club Hall of Events Hotel Dann Carlton. Convention Center Gran Boulevard. Hall of Events Hotel Country Internacional.
Places for Events Fairs and Convention Center Puerta de Oro. Mario Santo Domingo Square of the Caribbean Museum Cutoms House Square Capacity of 16.000 people. Capacity of 4.000 people. Capacity of 2.000 people. Jumbo Hall of Country Club CombarranquillaCountry Comfamiliar Sede Norte Capacity of 1.200 people. Capacity of 900 people. Capacity of 600 people.
Events in the City These are just some of the events, which own and visitors can enjoy every year and where the culture is protagonist. January: Carnival of Arts. February: Carnival of Barranquilla. March: FIC BAQ. April: Encuentro Nacional e Internacional de Teatro. May: Cinea la Calle. June: Fiesta de la Música. July: Poema Río. August: Festival Internacional de Cuenteros El Caribe Cuenta, Festival Gastronómico Sabor Barranquilla. September: Barranquijazz. October: Salón Internacional Autor Audiovisual. November: Feria Agro Industrial del Atlántico.
Fair Calendar 2017 in Puerta de Oro PROYECTATE LOGISTIC FICA AUTOFEST July August September October November VIMO SABOR BAQ EXPODRINKS FAMILY MARKET
Options we Offer for Opening and Closing Events Folkloric exhibition of the carnival troupes and dances of Barranquilla. Presentation of the departmental band of Baranoa, the most autochthonous band composed of a large group of young people from the municipality of Baranoa. Artisan sample where you will be able to appreciate all handmade handicrafts from the different municipalities of the Atlantic coast.
Options we Offer for Opening and Closing Events Gastronomic sample of all the delicacies and typical dishes of the Atlantic coast. Different orchestras and musical groups: Checo Acosta. La Nómina del Pin. Álvaro Ricardo. Grupo Bananas. Grupo Kvrass. Sensación Orquesta.
Tourist Sites House of Carnival Beautiful manor House that conserves a fresh colonial and Caribbean style, which also houses the interactive room of the carnival "Sala Elsa Caridi" and the Documentation Center of the carnival. Cultural Park of Caribbean An architectural complex that offers unprecedented cultural and educational services in the country. It houses the only Regional museum in Colombia.
Tourist Sites Barranquilla s Zoo It houses more than 500 animals belonging to 140 species from different continents, in functional habitats Biothematic Park Megua It is an interactive natural scenery, where you can hike, camping, horseback riding, among other harmonious activities with nature.
Tourist Sites Castle San Antonio de Salgar Historical place of interest for having been a Spanish fort during the colony. Located on a cliff, ideal to appreciate the sunset. Tourist Stop of Santa Verónica The world's largest Sombrero Vueltiao" is the perfect place to stop along the way and enjoy the handicrafts and gastronomy.
Tourist Sites Restaurant La Cueva In this place were discussed, inspired and made pieces of the literary, journalistic and artistic work of the legendary Grupo de Barranquilla formed, among others, by: Gabriel García Márquez, Álvaro Cepeda Samudio, Alfonso Fuenmayor, Germán Vargas, Alejandro Obregón and Orlando "Figurita" Rivera. Boardwalk León Caridi River Avenue The Malecón '' León Caridi '' is a tourist walk of 80 meters wide by 700 meters of length parallel to the river Magdalena, conceived as new space public and playful, and complementary work of the River Avenue.
Tourist Sites Beaches Enjoy the wonderful beaches offered by the municipalities and townships near Barranquilla. Julio Flórez House Musem It is located in Usiacurí, a land that is impregnated with poetry and artists, not only because it is the home of the great poet, but also for having creative hand craft.
Tours Panoramic City Tour. It crosses the historical and colonial part of the city, as well as its modern part. Tour around El Prado neighborhood (Republican houses), Cultural Park of the Caribbean Museum, Amira de la Rosa Theatre, Customs House Square, Industrial Zone (Cumbiodromo), Metropolitan Cathedral and House of Carnival. Tour od Culture Visit of Museums. We visit the Cultural Park of the Caribbean Museum, cradle of the great samples of our Colombian Caribbean, the Romantic Museum and the Hall of the carnival, interactive space to know didactically the cultural manifestations of the carnival of Barranquilla.
Tours Tour by the Magdalena River On board the boat La Mita, you can enjoy a spectacular tour from the flowers to the Puente Laureano Gómez, to dazzle with the beautiful scenery of the Magdalena River. Gastronomic Tour. Tour of the different restaurants of typical food, creole and national tasting the different flavors of the region visiting the emblematic sites of the city such as La Tiendecita, La Cueva, La Guacherna, Patio Sabanero and Heladería Americana.
Tours Shopping Tour. Enjoy a spectacular shopping day in Curramba La Bella, here we will know the most important shopping centers, including Outlet El Único, Casa del Artesano, and shopping centers Buenavista I and II. Bocas de Cenizas. You can see the impressive spectacle of the meeting of the Magadalena River with the Caribbean Sea. It will also be possible to appreciate the breakwaters that compose the pipeline infrastructure of the mouth of the river, one of the largest engineering works of the country built in 1936.
Transportation Service Vans Buses Taxis For those who like to transport in small groups. Buses with quotas of up to 40 people. Great coverage in the different models of taxis for your comfort. Cars Chivas Special for those executives or people who want to travel the streets of the city to their liking. Special for those who want to enjoy a papayera while taking a tour of the city.
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