This book provides a brief description of the historicity that presents the city of Barranquilla, taking into account the aggregate of situations causing historical facts and the predominance of the settlements, customs and vicissitudes with multi - trends that have influenced in the conduct of its current residents, as a result of the consistency of the different preferences in all fields of human coexistence. The mission of this influence is expressed in their behavior, housing, art, cultural events and gastronomy, among others. At the same time, art in the city of Barranquilla is expressed in their homes, decorations and styles that marked an era with significance in areas of knowledge such as the architecture ( the typical characteristics of Arab houses and the legacy and importance of El Prado.