Cartagenas wall was constructed in the 1600s to blunt pirate attacks, which were many because of the riches stored here by the Spanish. (Emeralds, Silver, etc.)

The other side of the peso

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June 27th 2009
Traveling is pretty amazing. The local language, amazing people, stunning views, exotic food, surreal experiences, different cultures, and new ideas. It makes you wonder why everyone doesn't do this. Why you didn't do it sooner and why you can't do it more. It can also suck. The local language of Spanish is one of the main reasons that I chose to travel in South America. I studied for 1 ye ... read more

South America » Colombia » Cartagena

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Colombia was one of the three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Ecuador and Venezuela). A 40-year insurgent campaign to overthrow the Colombian Government escalated during the 1990s, undergirded in part... ... read more