Overview
Maicao is a high-energy border trading hub where Colombia meets Venezuela. The city is famous for the Mosque of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab, one of the largest in Latin America, and for its sprawling informal markets offering everything from electronics to Amazonian fruits.
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Before you go
Money
Bargaining is expected at the markets. Credit cards may not be accepted in informal trading areas; carry cash for market purchases.
Safety
As a border town with a significant informal economy, be cautious with valuables and be aware of the nature of goods being sold.
Transport
Buses connect Maicao to Riohacha and Santa Marta. There is no ATM at the bus terminal—take a taxi into the city center for banking services.
