5 REASONS TO VISIT CARTAGENA

Also known as “The Fantastic”, “The Heroic”, “Corralito de Piedras” or “La Amurallada”. This touristic and cultural district stands out in an exceptional way for the amazing history and an unique beauty.

 

WALK THE WALLED CITY

 

Ciudad amurallada

 

During history this beautiful city was sacked innumerable times so it was needed to build a defense system, in the sixteenth century it began the construction and since then who was only built to protect the city and the wealth that abound In it. Today it is seen as one of its greatest treasures, declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This attractive wall that surrounds part of this city “Fantastica” is one of the obligatory routes to be taken by any of its visitors

 

ROSARIO ISLANDS

 

Isla rosario

 

Small archipelago located in the departments of Atlántico and Bolívar, but governed by Bolívar and formed by 28 islands that together take the name of Rosario Islands, this is because in the same place with more than 120,000 Hectares is one of the most important national parks: corals of the rosary.

 

BARÚ ISLAND

 

Isla baru

 

Located just 45 minutes by car from the city center, this peninsula is popularly known under the name of Barú Island. This tropical paradise is potentially one of the most booming attractions on the Caribbean coast and this is thanks to its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, who with their fine waves invite you to visit.

 

GOURMET RESTAURANTS

 

Comidas

 

It is imperative that if your plans include visiting this romantic and magical city, visit the gourmet restaurants that lie here, restaurants that have managed to unite combinations between the great traditional flavors and modern techniques. Carmen, Bohemia and Andate Allegro Vivace (among others) are restaurants that have stood out for their exquisite cuisine.

 

TOTUMO VOLCANO

 

Volcan

 

When entering the highway 90A or via to the sea in the corregimiento of Santa Catalina (Bolívar) is this enigmatic place, it was believed that it is equipped with medicinal characteristics due to the particular components thereof. Iron, calcium, magnesium and sulfur are some of the elements that make up this volcano, so entering it is considered healthy.