Cartagena

States
Colombia
Category
Cultural
Year
1984
Location
Bolivar Department
Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Coordinates
10.41666667, -75.53333333
Last Visited
2024
UNESCO ID
285
WH Site
285
Cartagena

Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Colombia, is a vibrant colonial city famed for its well-preserved 16th-century fortifications and colorful architecture. Encircled by stone walls and dotted with plazas, churches, and pastel-hued buildings, it reflects Spanish colonial influence blended with Caribbean charm. This historic port, once a key trade hub, offers a captivating glimpse into its rich multicultural past.

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