TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN CARTAGENA

Cartagena de Indias is considered the most important tourist destination of Colombia, because of its inhabitants, tourist attractions, beaches and hotel infrastructure. The most visited places are:

El Corralito de Piedra

It is an historical zone, a colonial village enclosed by walls that were made in order to protect the city from permanent attacks. The construction was established by periods; in 1556 and in1608.

Inside the city, there are many ancient buildings and streets.  The square is surrounded by ancient residences and wood balconies. Outside the walls, there are romantic bars and restaurants.

El Laguito

It is a tourist region, contains the major quantity of bars and restaurants of the city.  The beaches are plenty of national and international tourists.  It offers many entertainment places which are located in front of the sea.  Such places have a tropical atmosphere reflected on discos and casinos.

Bocagrande

This is a very famous place, a consolidated tourist center because; it presents the best tourist infrastructure of the region. Most of the tourists enjoy its calm zones.

Islands

There are many beautiful beaches, surrounded by white sand like Barú Island; Rosario Islands, where it is possible to practice diving among the reefs and ecologic walks in a natural and pleasant environment.

Attractions in the centre of the city

At the moment of visiting the city, it is possible to arrive to some important historical places such as:

Puerta del Reloj (The Clock’s Door)

It is the symbol of Cartagena, and also represents the country. It is located on the Blas de Renzo Avenue. This central door used to communicate the city to Getsemaní village.

La Plaza de los Coches (square)

La Plaza de los Coches (The Cars´ Square), is an historical square where African slaves were brought and sold. There is a monument, the statue of Pedro de Heredia, the founder of Cartagena de Indias.

Plaza de la Aduana (square)

It is the biggest square, is very peculiar because of its colonial architecture. There, it was located the custom where the district mayor office functioned.

Bolívar Square

It is full of trees, in the middle is located Simon Bolivar sculpture, it is possible to appreciate a beautiful fountain.

Beaches

The beaches are the main attractions for visitors in Cartagena de Indias. In the urban area Cartagena has 19Km of beaches, where people can practice different aquatic sports.

Among the most important beaches are: Bocagrande, Marbella, Bocachica and Bahia del Castillo Grande beach which is covered by tropical savannah, fish, urban sea landscapes, green waters with few swells.