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Colombia Tour and Vacation Package 2   Medellin & Cartagena Historical Luxury Cartagena's colonial walled city and fortress were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.The Downtown area of Cartagena has a varied architecture, mainly of a colonial style, but there are also republican and Italian style buildings, such as the Cathedral's bell tower.The official entrance to downtown is through Puerta del Reloj (Clock Gate), which comes out onto Plaza de los Coches (Square of the Carriages). A few steps from there there is the Plaza de la Aduana (Customs Square), next to the mayor's office. Nearby is San Pedro Claver Square, and his namesake's church, as well as the Museum of Modern Art. Nearby is the Plaza de Bolívar (Bolívar's Square) and the Palace of the Inquisition to one side. Nearby is the Plaza de Bolívar (Bolívar's Square) and the Palace of the Inquisition to one side. Plaza de Bolivar (formerly known as Plaza de Inquisicion) is more like a small park with a statue of Simon Bolivar in the center. This plaza is surrounded by some of the city's most elegant, balconied colonial buildings. Under shady terraces outdoor cafes line the street. Not too far is the office of Historical Archives which holds Cartagena's history. Next to the archives is the Government Palace, the office building of the Governor of the Department of Bolivar. Across from the palace is the Cathedral of Cartagena which dates back to the 16th century. 7 Days / 6 Nights 3 Nights Medellín - Hotel Intercontinental 3 Nights Cartagena - Hotel Santa Clara   For more Information or Reservations Call:1-800-493-8426 OR Use our COLOMBIA INTERNET SPECIALS REQUEST FORM     Home / Colombia Hotels / Colombia Facts / Colombia Cities / Colombia Tours / Colombia Surfing / Colombia Culture / Colombia Airfare Copyright © 2001-2009 Paisa Travel - All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of Tico Travel™ is prohibited. Prices and information are subject to change without notice. www.paisatravel.com