Carnaval in Barranquilla "is a carnival with traditions that date back to the 19th century. It takes place for four days preceding Ash Wednesday . During the carnival the city of Barranquilla 's normal activities are paralyzed because the city gets busy with street dances, musical and … [Read more...] about Mira En Barranquilla Se Baila Así…Shakira Shakira
Barranquilla 2009
Carnaval Parade in Barranquilla
How do we prepare for a day of carnaval?!? Coca leaves. Magnus accidentally smugged coca leaves from another country to Colombia. Funny story too. He was on a long distance bus in Colombia and reached one of the checkpoints. The military got on the bus and checked most peoples bags, Magnus included. That is when they found the bag of coca … [Read more...] about Carnaval Parade in Barranquilla
How Many People Can Fit In a Truck?
Continuing where I left off, the next few days became an exhausting blur with awful bowel movements. No matter how delicious and cheap the meat on a stick is, its just not worth it. Ask my stomach if my words do not convince you. If you remember from my last post, we went to the parades during the day. I wish I had … [Read more...] about How Many People Can Fit In a Truck?