Stretching across the hillside and Caribbean coastal plain, alive and resilient as its founders in a distant earlier century intended it to be, the original historic city of Cartagena today reflects a past that leaves a memorable imprint on the traveler. Approaching the outskirts of old Cartagena today from its outer perimeter that fronts the southern Caribbean, presenting a broad panorama of architecture and edifices. This intricate urban landscape extends well beyond its protective outer …
Browsing: Cartagena
Founded in 1533 by the Spanish, Cartagena is situated on the northern Caribbean coast of Colombia and was Spain’s gateway to its new empire. Trading in gold, silver, tobacco, and, regrettably, enslaved people, the city boomed. These days, Cartagena draws tourists from all over the world, many of them arriving on cruise ships to explore the cobbled streets and colonial buildings of the colorful old city.
The historic streets of Cartagena’s old city are full …