Month: December 2017

By Greici Baquero Edition & Translation by Citlali Flores   Ultimate guide of the top 10 things to do in santa marta. The magic of having everything, this is what is called the city of Santa Marta, this is one of the reasons why it was so easy for me to write this blog, this particular destination covers absolutely all the needs of any traveler, it has mountains in front of beaches, boutique hotels, restaurants in the middle of the jungle and even a place where the river meets the sea. In the following list of the best places to visit in Santa Marta, which we will divide into 3 sections: Cultural, nature and entertainment. Cultural things to do in Santa Marta.  1. Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. This beautiful hacienda, was built in 1068, divided by its classical structure where the liberator Simón Bolívar spent his last days and the modern sector where amazing sculptures are found, with an imposing botanical garden, this place is perfect if you are looking to know more about the history of the city and its importance. You must pay an entrance depending on the season, you can check the price on their website Tip: They offer guiding services in Spanish and English. 2. Cathedral of Santa Marta Being this the oldest in Colombia, has a great history about religion in our country, inside it you can see the ceramics saints that Colombians venerate, also the remains of the founder are next to the altar. It is located in the heart of the historic center of Santa Marta and around it are the most emblematic colonial houses of the city. 3. Gold Museum. Interested in our indigenous cultures? This is the ideal place for you, enjoy video documentaries inside your colonial style facilities, the different