I am in Cartagena now! This picture doesn't really reflect the city, but to remind people that in South America there are many poor and homeless people.
This city is probably the most famous city in all of Colombia. It is famous because it is one of the few cities left in the world with an intact wall to protect the city. It was built way back in Colonial times (1600's) the Spanish was force to build this defence after repeated attack by pirates off shore. The city is famous then as a trading post, and was a key departure point for Spanish loot of the region.
So within the wall city, most streets retains their colonial charm, with beautiful churches, monastries and other beautiful buildings. It certainly is the prettiest Colonial city I have visited in my trip so far!
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