Galapa in Pictures
Galapa, land of masks
Galapa's craft tradition
A town known for its Carnaval tradition and handmade masks. Galapa is home to some of the leading artisans of the Carnaval de Barranquilla, where zoomorphic masks carved from red ceiba wood capture the cultural mix of the Colombian Caribbean.
Population
~45,000 residents
Founded
1620
Craftwork
Carnaval masks
The Best of Galapa
🎭Handmade Carnaval masks
🎨A century-old Carnaval tradition
🏛️Caribbean cultural heritage
👨🎨Workshops of master artisans
Festivals & Events
Carnaval de Galapa
Festival de la Máscara
Practical Information
Getting there
20 minutes from Barranquilla via the Vía Oriental
Best time to visit
February–March for Carnaval, or August for the Festival de la Máscara
