Cartagena (/ ˌkɑːrtəˈhɛnə / KAR-tə-HEN-ə), known since the colonial era as Cartagena de Indias (Spanish: [kaɾtaˈxena ðe ˈindjas] ⓘ), is a city and one of the major ports on the northern coast of …

Jan 2, 2026 · This Vibrant Caribbean City Has a Buzzy Culinary and Cocktail Scene, Boutique Hotels, and a Charming Old Town Here’s how to plan a trip to Cartagena, Colombia.

Dec 23, 2025 · Cartagena, capital of Bolívar departamento, northern Colombia, at the northern end of Cartagena Bay. The old walled sections, including the 17th-century fortress of San Felipe de …

Oct 22, 2025 · Cartagena, Colombia’s historic walled city, offers travelers art, culture and a cityside beach experience.

Cartagena was always a desirable conquest for pirates and enemies of the Spanish Crown; and for this reason, the defense of the city from these threats was a question of priority for its inhabitants…

Jul 11, 2025 · Learn about the best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia in this guide to what to do in Cartagena written by someone who lived there for a decade.

Cartagena or Cartagena de Indias is a city and a world heritage site on Colombia 's Caribbean coast in the Bolívar. Founded by the Spanish in 1533, the impressive buildings from the Spanish time today …