Planning a vacation in Cartagena can be a bit overwhelming. More and more travelers are falling in love with this Caribbean escape with every week-long vacation or month-long holiday. The problem is not figuring out why to visit Cartagena it’s what to see and do in Cartagena while you’re here.
Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria in Cartagena de Indias (la Catedral de Cartagena) Officially designated as Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of St. Catherine of Alexandria, this outstanding 16th century cathedral is more commonly referred to as the Cathedral of Cartagena (la Catedral de Cartagena). In a city crowded with beautiful buildings, this one stands out with brilliant yellow walls and a domed…
Iglesia de San Pedro Claver The Iglesia de San Pedro Claver (or the Cathedral of Saint Peter Claver) is an ornate Catholic church in the heart of Cartagena’s historic old Walled City. The building is dedicated to a 17th century Spanish priest (later elevated to sainthood) who gave his life to the service of God and those in need. The building itself…
Castillo San Felipe de Barajas The massive Castillo San Felipe de Barajas sits atop the Hill of San Lázaro, overlooking Cartagena de Indias as it has done for centuries. Now instead of Spanish soldiers and crack-shot gunners defending the harbor and city from pirates and rival empires, the fort is full of travelers searching out the rich history of this Caribbean seaport…
Experience the Rebirth of Getsemani Cartagena Firsthand Cartagena’s Old City offers travelers authentic Spanish Colonial charm but if you’re looking to mingle with locals and travelers “in the know” then you’ll want to take time to visit Getsemani. This neighborhood has quickly turned into something of a cultural hub for this historic city and has jumped onto the international travel scene attracting…
Journey into the Macabre For the adventurous traveler diving into Cartagena’s colonial past can lead to some dark explorations. The Palace of Inquisition (or Palacio de la Inquisición in Spanish) is a relic from the end of the Spanish Inquisition when the Catholic Church inflicted hideous tortures and executed thousands of heretics, Jews, and other non-Catholics for crimes real . . …
Essential Sightseeing in Cartagena Colombia Cartagena is a beautiful Caribbean city with a rich history that’s an interesting mix of Spanish Colonial and indigenous Colombian cultures. On top of that, the city has become a highly desirable location for vacationing travelers and those looking to make a more permanent tropical change to their lifestyles. Essential sightseeing in Cartagena Colombia includes the breathtaking…
