Monteria was founded in 1777 on the banks of the Sinu River and serves as the provincial capital of Cordoba, Colombia. The main tourist attraction is the Sinu Round avenue, which runs parallel to the Sinu River and features the largest linear park in America. Monteria's economy is centered around livestock and fishing, with the city recognized as the national capital of livestock vaccines. Traditional costumes worn during dances were colorful and representative of the region but have evolved over time away from peasant styles.