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The History of Cartagena’s Old City Wall
Though Cartagena was founded in 1533 by Pedro de Heredia and fortification began almost at once, the massive implementation of military design didn’t begin until 1751. Governor Francisco de Murga hired architects and called for European engineers (at great expense) to craft a detailed and cohesive plan for Cartagena’s defence.
The final product was simply amazing and, on a global scale, nearly unprecedented. Cartagena became the most fortified and well-designed military outpost in The New World surrounding the Old City and the massive Castillo San Felipe de Barajas overlooking it.
Visiting the Old City Wall Today
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Visitors can stare out over the Caribbean Sea from atop the massive stone structure and bask in the tropical sun. During the day the Old City Wall makes for an incredibly scenic backdrop and a historically education trip for the kids. The Old City Wall is even wheelchair accessible in certain places. However, it does take about 2 hours to walk leisurely along its entire length so be sure to avoid the hottest parts of the day.
As the sun goes down the Old City Wall becomes incredibly romantic. The daytime heat ebbs to a cozy sort of warmth and the tropical sun bathes the Caribbean Sea in a wash of color. Take a stroll with that special someone or stop at Baluarte (a bar on top of the wall) offers fresh cocktails and an unbelievable view.
During high season or various festivals throughout the year, the wall and the bastions along it come alive with performance artists and buskers providing live music, traditional dance, and even visual art exhibitions.
Come for the romance or the history and Cartagena’s Old City Wall won’t disappoint.
Martha Hampton
Martha Hampton
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