Cartagena Colombia – Tourist Attractions, Sights & Landmarks In Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Tourist places in colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
Cartagena, Colombia is the sum of its incredible parts; its colonial, republican and modern architecture, the temptation of its vibrant nightlife, its cultural festivals, exuberant landscapes, magnificent beaches, outstanding gastronomic offerings and its important hotel and tourism infrastructure. It is a fantastic city that guards the secrets of its history in its walls and balconies, […]
Marbella and la Boquilla Beaches Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
The beach of Marbella, located to the north of the city, is a noted place for fishing, which in addition to seafood dishes offers visitors a beautiful, quiet and uncrowded space. Next to the playa de Marbella (Marbella Beach) is the Playa la Boquilla (Little Mouth beach) where you can take canoe trips to the […]
Bocagrande, El Laguito Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
A range of gastronomic delights are available on the beaches of Cartagena, at just a few minutes from the walled city. Rest, tranquility and fun are all available on the Caribbean Sea. Among the most popular is the Bocagrande (Big Mouth), a beach noted as a place to enjoy water sports, thanks to its big […]
Cabrero Hermitage and House of Rafael Núñez (Ermita del Cabrero y Casa de Rafael Nuñez) Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
The Cabrero Hermitage and House of Rafael Nuñez was built in 1885 and houses the remains of the ex-president of Colombia and illustrious poet Rafael Nuñez. Right opposite the Hermitage is the Casa de Rafael Núñez declared a National Monument in 1950. This building, constructed in a Caribbean Antillean style conserve part of the furniture […]
Gethsemane Neighborhood Cartagena Colombia – Barrio Getsemani Cartagena de indias Colombia – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
This traditional neighborhood (Gethsemane Neighborhood), located a few blocks from the walled city, has become a preferred destination for gastronomy and rumba (partying), an ideal place to enjoy balmy evenings in Cartagena. Cafes, bars and restaurants serving international and Criollo food merge with buildings from the colonial era that previously housed slaves. Visit the Iglesia […]
La Candelaria Convent On The Stern Hill (Convento de la Candelaria en el Cerro de la Popa) Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
Located at the top of the Cerro de la Popa (Stern Hill)this important construction was founded by Augustinian monks in 1606. It owes its name to its similarity to the stern of a boat, something which was pointed out by mariners. Consecrated to the image of the Virgin of Candelaria this religious complex houses many […]
St. Philip Of Barajas Castle Cartagena Colombia – Castillo de San felipe de Barajas Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
St. Philip Of Barajas Castle (Castillo de San felipe de Barajas), This military-style structure, the largest of its time, consist of a square and complex of six batteries located on different levels, which are connected together through a series of underground tunnels in 1656 the construction of the castle began, which sought to protect the […]
Adolfo Mejía Theater (Teatro Adolfo Mejia) Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
Adolfo Mejía Theater, formerly called the “Teatro Heredia (Heredia Theater)”, is the most representative and important auditorium of the city, being the place where hundreds of artist have performed and left their cultural legacy.The theater has 3 levels, marble stairs, a baccarat crystal chandelier and a surrealist curtain created by the master Enrique Grau. Address: […]
Cartagena Cathedral (Catedral de Cartagena) – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
Cartagena Cathedral is one of the most representative and ancient buildings in Cartagena it has a unique history in which pirate attacks and a collapse of its walls have left indelible traces. Construction of the Cathedral began in 1575. On Its inside you can see the high altar, made of wood and covered with gold […]
Caribbean Naval Museum (Museo Naval del Caribe) Cartagena de Indias – Cartagena Colombia – Cartagena de Indias Colombia – Colombia Travel Guide
Caribbean Naval Museum you’ll find stories, images and ancient objects related to the history of the Caribbean. Tales featuring ferocious Indians with poisoned arrows, forts, shipwrecks and battles in Cartagena , the main port of the Spanish Empire in the New World, take center stage alongside the tragic struggle for independence waged by the city […]