travel south america columbia cartagena old town around old town
The old walled city seems to be the place to be...
From the sometimes beautifully restored old homes, to the public squares, to the Cathedrals, there is much to see.
The area is obviously seriously groomed to be a tourist mecca with all the associated history, culture, and kitsch that goes with it.
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TRAVEL: November 2011 -
This location has earned an over-all three-and-a-half star (good+) rating from
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***1/2
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The Naval Museum flanks the main entrance to Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Balcony detail, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Buildings flanking the main square, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Quiet side street in Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Beautiful restored door, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Mimes pose for a dollar, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Street artist, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Gold jewelry featured in the Gold Museum, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Fruit vendor catering to tourists, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Fruit vendor, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
Vendor, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
The "official" Juan Valdez sells Lynn some coffee in front of the Naval Museum, Old Town Cartagena, Columbia, 2011.
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