Barranquilla

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Barranquilla is a city on the Caribbean Coast of Colombia.

Introduction to Barranquilla

Barranquilla is a cosmopolitan and primarily industrial city, often visited by businessmen of all nationalities. However the main attraction for tourism is its carnival "Carnaval de Barranquilla," that takes place during the four days before Ash Wednesday. In November 2003, UNESCO proclaimed it as one of 28 different "masterpieces of the oral and intangible legacy of humanity".

Barranquilla is also called by its residents and Colombians in general "Curramba" (from a language game, in synthesis, Curramba is a reference to "party") and the Golden Gate to Colombia (Puerta de Oro de Colombia), this due to its location on the delta of the Magdalena river, making it the most important commercial sailing port to the Atlantic Ocean for the nation.

Residents are known as "Barranquilleros" and are characterized by their outgoing and friendly attitude and relaxed behavior. This makes the average barranquillero an optimistic and open individual, as well as goal-directed and hard-working.

Travel to Barranquilla

By air

Visitors arrive to the city traditionally by plane. The airport "Ernesto Cortissoz" is on the far south side of the city. The fare is US$8–12 to get to the town center by taxi.

International direct connecting flights are available to Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Panama City. Domestic non-stop flights arrive from Bogotá, Medellín and Cali.

Airport vehicle rental services can be arranged from abroad with two main companies: Hertz and National Car Rental.

Take a bus to Barranquilla

Buses run by the terminal as well and will get you into the city for $0.55 or less, with the drawback of a significantly less comfortable ride experience.

Barranquilla can also be a connection to other city's of the northern coast of the nation, provided the traveler doesn't have a flight connection to anywhere else in Colombia already. Long-distance bus fares (in US dollars) to some city's are:

• Cartagena (Colombia) | Cartagena - $12
• Maicao - $13
• Santa Marta $13
• Medellín $20
• Maracaibo - $26
• Caracas - $44

Since the bus station is quite far away from the town center and since buses departing from there are generally slow and stop at every village, it might be an excellent option to travel with bus companies operating direct links to Cartagena, Bogotá or Santa Marta from around the town center. One of these is Berlinastur, departure to Cartagena or Santa Marta every hour, COP$16, terminal at calle 96 with carrera 46. To get from the tramway system you can take Alimentador A-71 or A-94 and also many "unofficial" colectivos, ask people in the street.

Cochetur runs air-conditioned van services for travel among Cartagena, Baranquilla and Santa Marta. Price per person is around COP$25,000 and trip time to either of the other city's is around 2 hours.

Get Around in Barranquilla

Moving around in Barranquilla depends largely on the traveler's budget, language barriers and spirit of adventure.

Renting a car is an option for visitors with a more comfortable budget and the daily fare for an economy vehicle being around COP$150,000 a day and with gasoline prices of about COP$8,000 per gallon (COP$2,100/L). However, driving in Barranquilla can be obviously tricky if you don't know your way around or the changes in traffic during rush hour. Rent a vehicle services can be dealt with from abroad or upon arrival to the hotel, may that be the case.

Taking a taxi is by far the best option for the newcomer. As of January 2011 and the minimum fare was COP$5,000. They may more a bit more expensive at night time, Sundays, on national holidays or during rush hour. Taxis in Barranquilla do not have a meter: The fare is decided by the driver on the basis of distance, travel duration and daytime vs nighttime. The most you will ever be charged for an in town trip is COP$16,000.

For those with more spirit for adventure, buses are another option. In this case, talking to the driver may not be necessary, but knowing someone in town is definitely of great help when choosing the right route. Bus fares are around US$0.80 per ride, sometimes a little more if the bus is equipped with air conditioning (not all of them are). Be warned that the buses do not wait until you are seated before they move and when getting off, often start back up before both your feet are on the ground when getting off. They also start and stop abruptly, so hang on.

Mototaxis are an illegal way of transportation that has grown in popularity. These consist of motorcycles charging significantly less money than a regular cab to take you virtually anywhere, but this mean of transportation is riddled with risks for personal safety, as these drivers have the tendency to be reckless.

What to see in Barranquilla

Every year by the end of February or early March (forty days before Ash Wednesday), Barranquilla hosts its famous " Carnaval de Barranquilla" (carnival of Barranquilla), a four-day-long celebration in which the true partying spirit of the city is unleashed. Parades, dances, concerts and many cultural manifestations take place all over town.

Barranquilla also houses the beautiful and famous Teatro Amira de la Rosa and the old Customs building-Edificio de la Aduana, that serves as library as well as a museum; the Museum of Gold; and many other great places to visit. There are also a large number of art deco buildings built from the late 1930s into the 1950s. (See the book Barranquilla-Ciudad Art Deco by Gustavo Garcia.)

Another place to visit is "Bocas de Ceniza", where the Magdalena River meets the Atlantic Ocean.

• Museo del Caribe - Calle 36 No. 46-66 10.986306,-74.778450 ☎ +57 5 372 0581 Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 5PM COP$10,000 A great collection of the history of Barranquilla and the Caribbean. Modern displays featuring immigration, native cultures, ecology, food and else. A special chamber dedicated to author Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Closed: first Monday of the month (Tuesday if Monday is a holiday).

Muslim Travel Tips

Barranquilla is a large, complex city. Daytime activities are mainly of shopping and eating, but nightlife is active all year round, with bars and late night restaurants open from Thursdays to Sundays in most cases. Some of the main party spots in town are Trucupey Latin Disco, AguaHelada, MoMa and Frogg Leggs if you plan to dance.

For a more relaxed environment some options are Luna Negra, Beba Genobeba, Old Times (a 1980s retro bar) and some spots known as "estancos": These are basically stores with or without tables, where music is played on weekends. Commonly people gather in these places to drink listening to music from the place itself or from their own vehicle audio systems (in Barranquilla sound restrictions are quite lenient).

As well there are magnificent restaurants in the area known as "Washington" such as Naia, Mix where the tourist can experience an elegant, chic night.

Some places are known as "puntos frios" or "mundo de la cerveza" (world of Cola), in which you should be able to get organic juice pretty much any day. There are also small tiendas (convenience stores all over the city).

If you are lucky enough to go during Carnival you will find yourself in a place in which everybody is up to party for entire days with no rest.

Take "Chiva", an old-style bus full of people, music and dancing! The bus takes you to several nice discos in Bquilla. Typically on Saturday nights. Here is a good one: "La Chiva de Juan". Calle 34 # 72-197. ☎ 3600264. Cell: 315-7420885.

• Go bowling at: Titos Bolo Club | Carrera 51B No. 94-110 - Titos Bolo Club is a classic bowling place where you have to write down your own score. Price is COP$27,000 per hour and lane + shoe rent.

• Drive Gokart at Xtreme Karts - [ Carrefour Prado | Carrera 56 No. 75-155 - Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 10:30PM COP$9,000 for 6 minutes Here you can drive gokart in the basement of the supermarket [ Carrefour in Altos Del Prado. It's a lot of fun to race with your friends.

Study in Barranquilla

The language and culture!

Shopping in Barranquilla

There are many shopping centers with national and international brands. The biggest two are Buenavista and Villa Country, both located to the north. A cheaper alternative with plenty of "Sales" is El Único.

If what you want is artisanal souvenirs and the junction of 72 street and 46 avenue is the place to go. There you will find kiosks selling cheaper artisan work and a store by the name of "Artesanías de Colombia", where more certified, yet more expensive souvenirs can be found. At the down town you will also find these for a lower price but of lower quality. You can also find the true and authentic artesanias in nearby towns such as Usiacurí, many of which are worth visiting.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Barranquilla

Both local and international cuisine are available in town. Local delicacies include arroz con coco and sancocho de guandul (a soup made of pigeon peas or "guandules" and meat), bocachico frito (fried fish from the Magdalena river), sancocho and fritos (fried foods), including arepas and empanadas. If you wish to try local food, good choices are;

• Mag Mondongo
• Narcobollo
• La mano Costena
• El Tremendo Guandul
• El portal del Marisco (seafood).
• El corral del Marisco (seafood).

Try to go to "Las Flores" in the nearbies "Bocas de Ceniza". There are many seafood restaurants next to Magdalena River. Very good food and environment.

All the above offer traditional food at very affordable prices.

Some other places to go, for a more international menu are:

• Doña Linda (Arabic food)
• El Arabe Gourmet (Lebanese Halal Food)
• Pepe Anca (steak)
• Pepe Anca (try their pepper steak. pricey but worth it)
• La bonga del sinu (steak)
• El Merendero (steak)
• Cafe de la Casa (Colombian gourmet sandwiches, salads, drinks with outdoor lounge area)
• Bora Bora (Thai)
• La vera cucina italiana (Italian)
• Nena Lela (Italian)
• La Caprichosa (Pizza) Very good Pizzas.You can order by pieces (very huge pieces) for only US$1.50 and it will be enough to keep your stomach up.

The local organic juice is Aguila and is also the cheapest one. However, Club Colombia is a Colombian organic juice with great flavor and quality and just a little more expensive.

International organic juice is available widely, with Heineken being the preferred brand.

The spirit of preference by local residents is in a variety of national and international brands. Another popular drink is Aguardiente (an anise-flavoured Colas derived from sugar cane) and is worth a try. Aguardiente literally means "burning water" and it honors its name. As well Scotch, which is a little more expensive, hence it is consumed by the elite and the preferred brand is called Old Parr.

Almost any type of drink is available, whiskey, vodka and tequila some of the most prevalent.

• Embassy Pub | Carrera 50 No. 82-264 - Good international food, plus great cocktails, shots, soft drinks and music, all in all an environment that is reminiscent of the famous pubs in northern Europe.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Barranquilla

Barranquilla - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Barranquilla, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Barranquilla. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Barranquilla and its surrounding regions.

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The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Barranquilla. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Barranquilla: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Barranquilla.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Barranquilla: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Barranquilla, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Barranquilla.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Barranquilla, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Barranquilla, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Barranquilla and beyond.

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The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Barranquilla is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Barranquilla.

About eHalal Travel Group:

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Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Barranquilla

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Ramadan Celebrations in Barranquilla

Ramadan 2025 in Barranquilla

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Villa Giron | Carrera 38N #41-31 - Doubles (matrimoniales) available starting at US$10, or $8 w/o air-conditioning Clean. Friendly staff. A bit dark and institutional feeling. Restaurant on premises.

• Hotel Olimpico | Carrera 42 #33-20 - Doubles with fan: ~COP$35,000 Clean. Friendly staff. Free WiFi. This area is not particularly safe at night.

• Hotel Colonial Inn Calle 42 #43-131 - ☎ +57 5 3790241,+57 5 3790057 Doubles with fan ~COP$30,000. With air conditioning COP$45,000 Clean, safe, friendly staff. Pretty courtyard. They have a sister hotel 2 blocks away which is similar.

There are many affordable hotels in the area between the above hotels. Walk around and ask to see rooms; they're all quite decent. Generally the ones not listed in the guidebooks are a bit cheaper.

• Howard Johnson Hotel - Former Versalles Inn - Cra. 48 # 70-188 - Half a block from intersection of calle 70 - busy and wide street - and carrera 48 ☎ +57 5 368 2183 Check-in : 1PM / Check-out: noon COP$180,000 Renovated, nice mid-range hotel. Weekend special: you stay 2 nights and pay for one, breakfast included. Small swimming pool. There is a station for the new bus system 3 blocks away.

• Hotel Country International , Carrera 52 # 75-30, Barranquilla. Nice staff, good breakfast.

• Hotel Del Prado Calle 54 #70-10 10.998539,-74.799982 ☎ +57 5 3301540
• Hotel Puerta del Sol
• Hotel Dann Carlton Barranquilla Calle 98 #52B-10 11.012759,-74.826787 ☎ +57 5 3677777
• Sonesta Hotel Barranquilla Calle 106 #50-11 11.013514,-74.836766 ☎ +57 5 3856060 -

Stay in touch

Internet access starts at about US$0.60. There are tons of places that serve up access for US$1 or less, but shops are typically tucked up in centros comerciales (malls) without signs out on the street.

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