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Barrarracquilla – a large city in northern Colombia, just off the coast of the Magadiana River. Barraquicilla is the countrys most important port, the cradle of the Colombian aviation and the center of the Atlantic Ocean. Its a hot, sub-oceanic climate with a humid, sunny period.
Its unclear when the city was founded. Apparently, it was laid out by the Spanish as a point of reference on the coast of Magdalena. The first documented mention of Bárárákkilya was in 1629, but it was not until 1813 that the settlement was given the status of a village. This day – April 7 – is honored by local residents as the day of the founding of the city. Barrakinkilys rapid growth began in the late 19th century. The Mandalina, which was not suitable for ships, was dredged, and the city began to receive sea ships. Since then, Barraquilla has remained the countrys principal port and is often called the Golden Gate of Colombia. From there, the world knows Colombian coffee and other imported goods go all the way around the world.
In the first half of the 20th century, especially during the World Wars, the port of Barracquilla was visited by many ships with immigrants from Europe and from Asia. Therefore, the national composition of the city is quite diverse. The city is famous for having built the first airport in the country, not in Bologna, Medellin or Calais. This reaffirms the importance of Barracquicchia for Colombia. It is also home to two major universities: Atletlico and Dele Norte.
Barrarracquicchilla – it is a modern city where there are practically no ancient architectural structures. Nevertheless, tourist interest in the city remains high. Bárrakíkillé has something to occupy travelers. There is an interesting Museum, a Museum of Anthropology, a Museum of Natural History, and the Salamanca National Park, with a rich viewpoint, the Natural History Museum, and the Salamanca Riverfront National Park. In 2006, a memorial was erected to the famous Barraquilla native – the singer Chacquiera.
The citys iconic landmark is also known as the Elle Hoceselito Grand Memorial. It is unprecedented in size, one of the worlds most massive marquees, and on par with the colorfulness of the famous Brazilians marquees. Elle Cecelito has incorporated the art traditions of many nations, and not only the local inhabitants, but also the people of Barracquilla participate in it.
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- Tap water: No, not drinkable
- Religious government: Religious
- Population: 1,100,000 people
- GDP: $5,806 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 10 Mbps
- Best wireless: Claro
- Pay without cash: No, cash only esp. for foreigners
- Tipping: On most restaurant bills in Colombia, there is a 10% voluntary (propina voluntaria). While you are not required to pay it, nearly everybody does. The staff members typically share the tip money. If you had exceptional service, you can decide to leave an extra tip in cash.
- Apartment listings: Encuantra24
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Tappsi
- Online electronics shop: Falabella
- Best short-haul air carrier: Copa Airlines
- Best intl air carrier: Avianca
- Monthly costs for expat: $600
- Monthly costs for family: $1200
- Monthly costs for local: $350
- Meal: $2.5
- Small Cola: $0.5
- Beer 1 Pint: $1.2
- Coffee: $1
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