This is the city that accommodates backpackers in circus tents in summer and has sidewalk champagne cafes, vibrant clubs and whimsical puppet shows.

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But as tourism to the neighbouring city of Santa Marta increased, backpackers discovered Taganga, and soon the number of gringos began to compete with the number of locals, dive shops opened up all over town, and the sound of thumping reggaeton began drowning out the sound of waves crashing against the shore throughout night.

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Patrons include locals, backpackers staying in nearby hostels and music fans from across the city.

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