The coastal city of Cartagena embodies the mystery, magic, and romance of a Caribbean port. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, old town Cartagena stuns visitors with its charming narrow streets lined with colorful buildings and plant-filled balconies, the heady mix of colonial and defensive architecture and the spectacular fortified wall that separates this enchanting enclave from the bright blue waters of the Caribbean sea beyond. Aside from its visual delights, Cartagena has held its place as a destination worth visiting because of the warmth of its people and its fascinating military history, which is laden with stories of triumph and resilience.
Cartagena
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