Cartagena, a charming city
History of Yasmin Lima - Ceara, Brasil
Cartagena, a charming city, captivates travelers with its Ciudad Amurallada, full of old mansions, colorful streets and remarkable history. Founded in 1533 as a vital commercial port, the city built a wall around it to protect itself from pirates. The sunset stroll along the 11-kilometre wall offers spectacular views of the old city, the Caribbean and the trendy neighborhood of Bocagrande. The four neighborhoods of the old center reflect different historical periods. In addition to their beauty, the mansions reveal significant symbols, such as balconies and doors that tell stories about the families' financial power and connections with the church, royalty, maritime trade and military. Cartagena also has curious legends, such as pointed tiles to ward off witches. Every corner of the city is an invitation to discover fascinating narratives.
