Barranquilla
Barranquilla is a port city known as
La Puerta de Oro de Colombia (The Golden Gate of Colombia). Built on a promontory where the Magdalena River flows into the Caribbean Sea, Barranquilla is a cosmopolitan and multi-ethnic city. It has the largest Jewish community in Colombia and the smaller communities of Syrian, Lebanese, German, Italian and Chinese. The Carnival of Barranquilla dates from the 19th century, is one of the largest in the world, second only to the Rio Carnival. The Carnaval of Barranquilla has been designated a UNESCO Patrimony of Humanity. Don’t miss the lovely Art Deco houses around the city. Hotels in Barranquilla
What to visit in Barranquilla: Customs Building; Museum of Modern Art; Bocas de Ceniza; Montoya Station; Plaza de San Nicolas; Church of San Nicolas de Tolentino; Castle Salgar;
Restaurants in Barranquilla
- Miura Steak House
- Arabe Gourmet
- La Girolata
- Restaurante Steak House Chez Ernest
- El Celler
- Noa Sushi & Robata
Transports in Barranquilla
Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Airport (BAQ): There are domestic and international flights to/from several destinations.
By bus: There are buses to/from several cities in Colombia.
Map of Barranquilla
Map of Barranquilla
Where is Barranquilla on Map of Colombia
Where is Barranquilla on Map of Colombia