5 Attractions that Will Make You Fall in Love with Cartagena

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If you have a Colombian vacation in mind, zero in on Cartagena. Soak up the romantic vibes of the city that coax you in to dancing along the cobbled alleys. The colorful houses covered in bougainvillea just adds to the charm of the city. And if this is not enough to entice you in to taking a trip to Cartagena, then let the rhythm of the Vallenato music do the needful. So, pack your bags and make Avianca reservation to delve in to the charismatic culture of Cartagena.

The Old Town: For the Spanish – Colonial style architecture

Street artists plucking the strings of the Spanish guitar serve as the perfect rhythmic background score as you saunter amidst the candy colored houses. No, it is not a scene from the movies we are narrating but an experience one can have at The Old Town. The Central Plaza is a popular hangout place brimming with people of all ages. But you don’t have to be bothered by the crowd as everyone is busy doing their own thing i.e., simply having a good time. Head to any of the rooftop cafés, restaurants and bars to gorge on some toothsome delicacies and have a chilled out time.

Rosario Islands: To escape from the city and rejuvenate

Ever heard of an underwater park? If not, then this is where you need to go. Just an hours’ drive from Cartagena, the wonders of the Rosario Islands leave you spellbound. Get rid of the pokey tourists at the city and immerse yourself in the tranquility of this scenic landscape. Palm fringed beaches that look out to crystal clear blue water make for a picture perfect destination. The fresh catch of the sea shall satiate your palate and leave you asking for more. Because, hands down it will be the best seafood you would ever have. You can also indulge in many adventure activities such as kayaking, scuba diving, or fishing. Start your search for those cheap flight tickets and live out all your beach fantasies.

Getsemani Neighborhood: Let all your quirks out

Every place has a past and a place in history. But keeping pace with time, everything adorns a new character and this is true for Cartagena’s up-and-coming neighborhood — Getsemani. The colorful patch of conclaves has now turned in to this cool hang out place which is witnessing an overflow of restaurants and bars. Many hotel chains are also spreading their roots in this place to welcome tourists from all across the globe. So, if you want to have your fill of fancy cocktails and dance the night away, then hop-on an Avianca flight to Cartagena and visit this place.

Playa Blanca: Unwind at a beach

This gorgeous beach — Playa Blanca — invites you to flaunt that beach body and get some tan. The sight of turquoise water is soothing to the eyes and catching a spectacular sunset while lying on the satin sand is the most relaxing thing you will ever do. To give adventure a head start right from Cartagena, hop-on a boat and reach in an hour to this popular beach destination on Baru Island that is known for its matchless beauty.

Mud Volcano: Who thought getting messy would be good

About 30-40 minutes from the city, this mud volcano perched on the edge of a lagoon rising about 49 ft from the ground is a stand out place. Legend has it that it was an active volcano which is now blessed with healing properties of various minerals. You can take a dip in the mud and relax as you float due to the buoyancy of the thick, cool grey sediment. You can also get a full-body massage once you’re out of the pool of mud. The experience of letting your body get those essential minerals doesn’t get close to anything you have ever done before.

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