Month: January 2020

Cartagena de Indias is one of the most beautiful cities in Colombia bathed by the Caribbean Sea and located in the north of Colombia. With its splendid and colorful walls, its flowery balconies and its historic center, included in the UNESCO World Heritage, it is one of the most popular destinations in the country. As a result, its colonial past and its beaches mean that a tour of this city cannot be missed before setting sail for a Caribbean cruise. Cartagena in a few words. Cartagena was founded on June 1, 1533, by the conqueror Pedro de Heredia, in a place where an Amerindian village called Calamari was located, located at the mouth of the Magdalena River, which consists of a chain of islands that constitute a natural harbor. It was the settlers who gave the name of Cartagena Indias, in reference to the Spanish city of Cartagena (Murcia). For three centuries, the city played an important role in the development of the Spanish empire in South America. As the main gateway to the Andes, on this side of the subcontinent, Cartagena witnessed the transit of precious stones and slaves to the Caribbean and Europe. Reflecting Spanish domination, churches, forts, and palaces were built. At present, its colonial architecture grants it the status of one of the most tourist cities in Colombia. Emblematic Places Every day, the city attracts more people thanks to its geographical location and its tourist context. Eventually, Cartagena cruises are also multiplying. Much more than a simple port of departure, Cartagena deserves to be visited to discover the treasures of the city before boarding that is why here we leave you what to visit in Cartagena before leaving the cruise. - The walled city" The Walled City is a visit that cannot be missed during a