Barranquilla, known as “La Puerta de Oro de Colombia” (The Golden Gate of Colombia), is a vibrant city located on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. As the country’s fourth-largest city and a major industrial hub, Barranquilla possesses a rich cultural heritage, a lively music scene, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

As an ICIDS attendee at Universidad del Norte, much of your experience will center around the northern areas of the city. This part of Barranquilla has a modern infrastructure and key commercial zones, making it a convenient location for your stay.

The north of Barranquilla is also where you’ll find the city’s finest hotels, shopping centers, and some of its most popular tourist attractions.

Usually, December has nice weather, around 28°C, blue skies and winds that come from the winter in the north. Making the city less humid and very fresh.

Barranquilla is well-known because of its carnival, one of the biggest ones in the world. In December, you will be able to hear some traditional music as Cumbia and other rhythms from the Caribbean coast of Colombia.