Barranquilla, an industrial port city on the Magdalena River, combines modern development with a rich cultural heritage influenced by immigrants and its coastal location near the Caribbean Sea.

Founded in 1966, Universidad del Norte will offer the conference modern facilities to foster an environment for the exchange exchange of ideas. With 13000 students, Uninorte is the most prestigious university of the Colombian Caribbean Coast, and one of the top universities of the country.

Beyond the campus, Barranquilla offers immersive experiences shaped by diverse cultures. The city where Nobel laureate Gabriel García Márquez lived and drew inspiration for his literary works celebrates its vibrant literary legacy and the famous Carnival of Barranquilla. The city is known for being one of the central cities of the intellectual and artistic life of Colombia.