Aracataca is the inspiration for the fictional town of Macondo in Gabriel García Márquez's novel One Hundred Years of Solitude.

[2][3] Aracataca relies heavily on agriculture, mainly producing Oil palm, rice, cotton, sugar cane, common bean, plantain, bananas, yuca, tomato and on livestock raising like cattle, equines, mules, donkeys, domesticated birds, goats and pigs.

Commerce represents another form of income and is mostly done informally, especially along the main highway to Santa Marta where large lines of stands selling beach towels are placed.

His acclaimed works include “One Hundred Years of Solitude” (1967), which sold over fifty million copies, “Chronicle of a Death Foretold” (1981), and “Love in the Time of Cholera” (1985).

Known for his distinctive style, including long hair, colored jackets, and a gangster-style mustache, Matiz photographed notable figures such as Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Louis Armstrong.

The Fiestas Patronales which consist of large outdoor concerts and semi bullfights this year is being held from 15 July till the 24th.

In addition, the recently renovated train station will serve as an exhibition hall for photographs by Leo Matiz, a native of Aracataca.

The train station is often visited by literature enthusiasts and fans of García Márquez's work, as it's a tangible connection to the setting that shaped his storytelling.

While it may not be a bustling transportation hub, its allure lies in its literary significance and its role in preserving the memory of one of Colombia's most celebrated authors.

The museum is housed in the author's childhood home, where he spent his early years and was deeply influenced by the stories, people, and landscapes of the region.

The museum offers insight into García Márquez's upbringing and the real-life experiences that inspired his iconic novels, including "One Hundred Years of Solitude.

This house holds significance as it is where Gabriel García Márquez, the Nobel Prize-winning author, spent part of his childhood.

García Márquez often referenced this house in his works, including his masterpiece "One Hundred Years of Solitude," where it served as inspiration for the Buendía family home.

Visitors can explore the house and learn about the author's early life, his connections to Aracataca, and the influences that shaped his writing.

The museum provides a glimpse into García Márquez's upbringing and the magical realism that permeates his novels, making it a must-visit destination for fans of his work and literature enthusiasts alike.