Shakira Statue
Estatua de Shakira
A 6.5-meter bronze statue on the Gran Malecón recreating the signature dance pose of Shakira, the singer born in Barranquilla, and a popular photo spot.
Shakira was born in Barranquilla. At the end of 2023, the city erected a bronze statue about 6.5 meters tall on the Gran Malecón, recreating her hip-shaking dance from “Hips Don’t Lie,” with an inscription on the base paying tribute. The statue was created by teachers and students from a local art school, and it quickly became a favorite photo spot for visitors. Another, earlier Shakira sculpture stands outside the Roberto Meléndez Stadium. Admission is free, and it is easy to combine with a stroll along the Malecón.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Gran Malecón del Río
- Carnaval de Barranquilla
- Barranquilla Zoo
- Ventana de Campeones
- Casa del Carnaval
- Barrio El Prado & Hotel El Prado
- Antigua Aduana
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Mary Queen