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Unusual Attractions in Cartagena

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The Volcan de Lodo El Totumo

The caldera of this mini-volcano has been turned into a naturally heated mud bath.

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Ábaco Libros y Café

A cozy bookstore and coffee shop in the heart of Cartagena's Old City.

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The Palace of the Inquisition

This elegant Colombian fortress was one of the torture headquarters for the Spanish Inquisition.

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Convento de la Popa

Perched atop the highest hill in Cartagena, this 17th-century convent offers spectacular views of the city.

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San Pedro Claver Museum and Cloisters

An inspired museum dedicated to the patron saint of enslaved people, inside the cloisters where he lived and died.

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Door Knockers of Cartagena

The colonial city's social history is reflected in its fanciful door knockers.

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Batería del Ángel San Rafael

An 18th-century battery complete with original kitchen and garrison.

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KGB Cartagena

In the middle of one of South America's most historic walled cities lies a bar with an enormous collection of Soviet memorabilia.

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KGB Cartagena

In the middle of one of South America's most historic walled cities lies a bar with an enormous collection of Soviet memorabilia.

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