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Colombia

Barrancabermeja / Oil-rich town with heart

MeowScore 😼78/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

September

Experience the lively River Carnival.

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january

Visit Barrancabermeja in January for warm weather and to experience the Feria Ganadera, a large agricultural fair.

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february

February is a great time to enjoy the beaches and water sports on the Magdalena River.

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march

March is the perfect time for bird watching in the nearby Serranía de los Yariguíes National Park.

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april

Celebrate Semana Santa (Holy Week) with the locals in Barrancabermeja, filled with processions and religious events.

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may

May is the start of the mango harvest season, perfect for trying the delicious local fruit.

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june

June is the ideal month to take a river cruise and see the stunning Amazonian flora and fauna.

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july

July brings the Festivales del Agua y del Aire, a water and air festival with parades, live music, and aerial shows.

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august

August is the perfect time for hiking or horseback riding in the nearby Chicamocha Canyon.

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september

September is a great time to visit Barrancabermeja for the annual River Carnival, filled with music, dance, and fireworks.

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october

October is the ideal month for fishing enthusiasts to catch the abundant dorado fish in the nearby rivers.

🎄🎅
november

November is the start of the Christmas season, with festive decorations and lights throughout the city.

🎉🎇
december

Celebrate New Year's Eve with the locals in Barrancabermeja, with fireworks and parties lasting until dawn.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Transit or oil industry

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Transit or oil industry

Barrancabermeja is a small city commonly used as a transit point or for business-related activities related to the oil industry.

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Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Relatively pedestrian-friendly

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

The cat found herself in a bustling jungle of humans, bikes and boats. Food stalls abound!

The curious feline climbed the hill to find colorful townhouses with hammocks inside. No cat hair, though.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Rio Magdalena
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Cementerio Central
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Malecon
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Camino Real
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Puerto Parra Park

The mainstream

🐟
Rio Magdalena

The Mighty Magdalena River offers breathtaking views, boat rides, and tasty fish for cats who like to fish. 🌊🎣😺

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Cementerio Central

Not your typical cat cemetery! A tranquil spot with colorful tombs, a chapel, and even a cat statue. 🐾⚰️😿

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Malecon

Fur-mous spot for sunset watching, promenading, and people-watching. Bring your catnip and relax. 🌅🚶🐾

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Camino Real

Historical cat walk in the city center with colonial architecture, street vendors selling treats, and photo ops. 🏛️📸😻

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Puerto Parra Park

Catnip for nature-loving cats with a river view, pawsome playground, and trails to explore. 🌳🏞️😸

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Off the beaten path

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Paseo del Cambambe
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Iglesia de San Pedro Claver
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Muelle de Barrancabermeja
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Mirador Guayabal
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Parque Ecologico de las Rosas

Off the beaten path

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Paseo del Cambambe

Take a stroll along this quiet street, which is lined with beautiful trees and flowers. Cats will enjoy the fresh air and pretty scenery!

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Iglesia de San Pedro Claver

This historic church is a peaceful place to meditate and admire the beautiful architecture. Cats will appreciate the quiet atmosphere and contemplative energy.

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Muelle de Barrancabermeja

Catfishers will love this dock, where they can catch their own fresh fish. There are also plenty of restaurants nearby that serve delicious seafood dishes!

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Mirador Guayabal

Climb up to this hidden viewpoint for panoramic views of the Magdalena River. Cats will appreciate the natural surroundings and fresh air.

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Parque Ecologico de las Rosas

This beautiful park has well-manicured gardens, walking trails, and plenty of benches to relax on. It's perfect for cats looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city!

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Relatively pedestrian-friendly

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

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