Founded in 1533, Cartagena de Indias is a UNESCO World Heritage Site city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. The Historic City Centre with its arcaded squares, cobblestone streets, museums, and colorful colonial villas boasts a thriving cultural scene and a vibrant night life. You can walk the city walls, explore the fortress that has been protecting the city for hundreds of years, and try the area’s Caribbean cuisine, from fresh fish to exotic fruits. This city, bubbling with contemporary energy and deep-rooted romance, is truly irresistible. You can check out the Torre del Reloj, the historically significant Plaza Aduana, the lively Plaza Santo Domingo with its Botero statue, and the leafy Plaza Bolivar, often filled with dancers and performers.