 Most Syrian-Lebanese immigrants established themselves in the Caribbean Region of Colombia in the towns of Santa Marta, Lorica, Fundación, Aracataca, Ayapel, Calamar, Ciénaga, Cereté, Montería and Barranquilla near the basin of the Magdalena River.Many Arab-Colombians adapted their names and surnames to the Spanish language to assimilate more quickly in their communities.Some Colombian surnames of Arab origin include