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This city was founded in 1533 by the Spanish and named after the Spanish city. The old town, enclosed by a massive wall, and the fortress complexes are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Vibe: Known for its colorful colonial buildings, lively Caribbean culture, and beaches on the nearby Rosario Islands. Tourist Highlights: The Getsemaní neighborhood with its street art and the mighty fortress Castillo San Felipe de Barajas.

The Claustro de la Merced is one of the most historic buildings in Cartagena de Indias. Today it serves as a center for postgraduate studies and a cultural space of the Universidad de Cartagena. The building in the historic center of Cartagena has a turbulent history: - Monastery (from 1619): Originally it was founded by the Mercedarian Order as a convent. - Military use: During the wars of independence, it served as a prison, among others for insurgents during the Spanish reconquest. - Palace of Justice: At the beginning of the 20th century, it was converted into the seat of the courts, before finally becoming part of the university.

The Baluarte de Santa Cruz (Bollwerk von Santa Cruz), a significant historical defensive structure in Cartagena. It is part of the massive city walls of Cartagena, which were built during the colonial period to protect the city from pirate attacks and military invasions. The entire fortifications are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The bastion specifically served to protect the sand strip that connected the city to Boca Grande. It is located directly on the Playa de la Artilleria in the historic center (El Centro).

The famous Torre del Reloj (Clock Tower) is considered the city's landmark and is the main entrance to the historic center. The tower stands on the original main entrance of the city fortifications, which was built in the 17th century (between 1601 and 1631). At that time, it was known as Boca del Puente (,,Bridge Mouth"), as a drawbridge connected the old town with the Getsemaní district. The structure is about 30 meters high and was completed at the end of the 19th century in the neoclassical style above the old archway.

The famous Torre del Reloj (Clock Tower) is considered the city's landmark and is the main entrance to the historic center. The tower stands on the original main entrance of the city's fortifications, which was built in the 17th century (between 1601 and 1631). At that time, it was known as Boca del Puente (,,Bridge Mouth"), as a drawbridge connected the old town with the Getsemaní neighborhood. The structure is about 30 meters high and was completed in the late 19th century in neoclassical style over the old archway.

Of the three open gates, only the main gate originally existed, while the other two spaces were occupied by an armory and a chapel. A clock, imported from the USA, was installed in 1874 and replaced after 63 years by the current clock, imported from Switzerland.

Part of the imposing city walls that once protected the city from attack, it is a striking example of Spanish colonial architecture.

At the main entrance to the walled city, you can admire the Clock Gate and Clock Tower. Of the three open gates, only the main gate originally existed, while the other two were occupied by an armory and a chapel. In 1874, a clock was installed, which came from the USA and was replaced after 63 years by the current clock imported from Switzerland.