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Things to do in Cartagena, Bolivar Department: The Best Monuments & Statues
Cartagena, a gorgeous fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, has excellent beaches, a historic old town (that's entirely walkable) and beautiful colonial architecture. It's also one of the safest places in the country, so it's no wonder it's a popular port of call for cruise ships. Need a break from exploring the cobblestone streets? Stop at an outdoor cafe for excellent pastries and people-watching.
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1. Monumento a los Alcatraces
2. Claustro de la Merced Mausoleo de Garcia Marquez
3. Monumento a la Palanquera
4. Monumento a Miguel de Cervantes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By ruthandvern - Wilton, United States
We weren't aware there was a monument to Cervantes. The piece has Cervantes writing at a desk, leg crossed. The our panels surrounding the monument have classic scenes from his novel Don Quiote. Two informational signs.
5. La Gorda Gertrudis
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4.5 based on 530 reviews
Reviewed By X7681RUjayc
It is always an exceptional experience to spend time with a larger than life Botero sculpture. The most important piece of public art in the Centro.
6. Monumento a la India Catalina
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By mariakB2291FC
It's a beautiful statue and a short walk from the Center as well as Getsemani. It highlights a part of Cartagena's history and inspired me to read more about it.
7. Monumento a Pedro de Heredia
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4.0 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By Sa-i44 - San Diego, United States
In the center stands a statue of Pedro de Heredia, a Spanish conquistador who was the founder of Cartagena. The statue itself is high on a pedestal which makes it look like he is glaring down at those of us below. His large sword and breastplate make him look menacing and his huge beard and furious expression don’t help. But he has an interesting story. He was born in Madrid to wealthy parents. There was an assassination attempt made on him in an alley. There were six men and that fight left him with a badly disfigured nose. He later tracked them down and killed three of them which led to him fleeing to the New World to escape punishment. As a conquistador, he conquered all of Colombia and half of Ecuador.
