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About Cali
Santiago de Cali is one of the oldest cities in Colombia. It was founded in 1536 by the conquistador Sebastián de Belalcázar. Before the conquest, Cali was inhabited by indean tribes such as the gorrones, timbas and morrones. During the firest days of the XIX century, cali will join the efforts to achieve independency from spain, and rised on July 3rd of 1810, making an alliance with neighbouring cities as was done by the natives in the Cauva Valley to oppose the spaniards decades earlier.Due to its location, which is ideal for the development of commerce, Cali began to transform into one of the biggest cities of the country at the beginning of the XXth century, in part due to the construction of new means of transportation - such as trainways and highways- which connect the city with the Buenaventura port, favoring the exportation industry. Present day Cali is a prosperous city, which is known as the colombian capital of the rumba and salsa due to the great number renowned schools that teach these dances.
About Barranquilla
Barranquilla is known as the Golden Gate of Colombia and the home of the Barranquilla Carnival, one of the country’s most important cultural events. Its strategic location on the Caribbean coast makes it a hub for commerce, culture, and tourism.
Barranquilla is located at the height from 4 mamsl to 98mamsl, depending on the area of the city. The distance from Barranquilla to Bogota is 764 mi (1230 km) and the travel takes approximately 24 hours. Barranquilla doesn't have a specific foundation date, the city was born spontaneously due to the agglomeration of indigenous and Spanish who settled the area approximately since 1530. According to Gonzalo Fernandez de Oviedo y Valdes, this place was a canoe pier, where diverse goods were sold as salt and prawns, among others.Its history starts with the independence of the Spanish power, in the Free State of Cartagena in 1813; at this time it was called first Billa de Barlovento as recognition, to finally be Barranquilla and its celebration date on April the 7th.In the middle of the 19th century, the city acquires importance as sea and river port of Colombia and thanks to steam boat, Cali achieve being in contact with cities as Cali or Medellin, transforming into the entrance door of new products and travellers from all over the world. In the 20th century the city consolidates as city mainly of business and is called "the Gold Door of Colombia". Nowadays it's known as a city of great cultural wealth and with the Carnival of Barranquilla, the biggest festival of the country.
Weather in Barranquilla
The city has a warm tropical climate, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 34°C (82°F to 93°F) year-round. The rainy season occurs from April to November.
Hotels in Barranquilla
Movich Buro 51 Hotel
Services: Pool, gym, restaurant, and free Wi-Fi.
Location: North Barranquilla.
Price Range: From $60 USD per night.
El Prado Hotel
Services: Historic pool, restaurants, and gardens.
Location: Historic center.
Price Range: From $50 USD per night.
Restaurants in Barranquilla
La Cueva
Services: Caribbean and international cuisine, artistic ambiance.
Location: Prado neighborhood.
Price Range: From $13 USD per person.
Varadero
Tourist Attractions in Barranquilla
Bocas de Ceniza: Meeting point of the Magdalena River and the Caribbean Sea.
Caribbean Museum: History and culture of the region.
Great Boardwalk: Perfect for walks and panoramic views.
How to Get from Cali to Barranquilla by Bus
The distance is approximately 1,200 kilometers (746 miles), and the bus journey takes 20 to 24 hours.
Departure Terminals
Arrival Terminals
● Barranquilla: Metropolitan Transport Terminal.