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Colombia is a country where history is not hidden in museums: it is lived in the streets, in its squares, in the architecture that has withstood centuries. For those looking for trips that combine culture, architectural beauty and authenticity, touring the most emblematic colonial cities is a unique experience. <\/span><\/p>\n From the Caribbean coast to the Andes, here is a route that will transport you to the heart of Colombian history:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mustique.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cartagena-centro.jpg” title_text=”cartagena center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”41px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|15px|15px|15px|15px” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”100%” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Mulish||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”29px||6px|||” custom_padding=”7px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Cartagena is not only fascinating for its beauty: here every corner tells stories of trade, resistance, faith and cultural mixing. From the imposing walls to the smallest details such as the <\/span>door knockers<\/span><\/a>the city offers an immersive experience in time.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Stay at Mustique Hotels to experience Cartagena from restored colonial homes with the elegance of today and the soul of yesterday.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mustique.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/villa-de-leyva.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”villa de leyva” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”28px|||||” border_radii=”on|15px|15px|15px|15px”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Mulish||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”29px||6px|||” custom_padding=”10px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Its streets, its white houses with red tiles and its quiet atmosphere invite you to walk leisurely, enjoying museums, craft workshops, vineyards and natural landscapes. Villa de Leyva is ideal for those seeking a combination of culture, nature and serenity. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Mulish||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”29px||6px|||” custom_padding=”5px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The town preserves its original 18th century layout and has been the setting for international films and productions. In addition to its architectural beauty, Barichara invites experiences such as walks along the Camino Real to Guane, handmade paper workshops and local art. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mustique.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/popayan1.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”popayan1″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” border_radii=”on|15px|15px|15px|15px”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Mulish||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”7px||1px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Popay\u00e1n stands out for the elegance of its architecture, its historical churches, its Holy Week -recognized by the UNESCO <\/span>UNESCO<\/span><\/a> and its gastronomic tradition, one of the richest in Colombia. An ideal destination for those who wish to delve into history, spirituality and culture. <\/span>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Mulish||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”7px||1px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n On the banks of the majestic Magdalena River, Santa Cruz de Mompox preserves the spirit of the colonial period like few other cities. Founded in 1537, it was an important commercial and artisan center during the colony, especially known for its filigree goldsmithing. <\/p>\nCartagena de Indias: jewel of the Caribbean and World Heritage Site<\/h2>\n
Founded in 1533, Cartagena de Indias is perhaps the most dazzling example of Spanish colonial architecture in the Americas. Its walled historic center, declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, is a <\/span>UNESCO<\/span><\/a>The city offers a spectacle of cobblestone streets, houses with flowered balconies, lively squares and majestic churches.<\/span><\/p>\nVilla de Leyva: a trip to the sixteenth century in the highlands<\/h2>\n
Located a few hours from Bogota, Villa de Leyva is a jewel frozen in time. Founded in 1572, its cobblestone Plaza Mayor – one of the largest in Latin America – is the center of an urban complex that has remained practically intact since colonial times. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\nBarichara: poetry made stone<\/h2>\n
Barichara, in the department of Santander, is considered by many to be \u201cthe most beautiful town in Colombia\u201d. Its cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses, centuries-old churches and the surrounding mountainous landscape create an almost cinematographic atmosphere. <\/span><\/p>\nPopay\u00e1n: Colombia’s white city<\/span><\/h2>\n
\nPopay\u00e1n, known as \u201cThe White City\u201d because of the color of its colonial facades, is located in the southwest of the country. Founded in 1537, it was one of the most important political, religious and cultural centers of the viceroyalty. <\/span><\/p>\nSanta Cruz de Mompox: a treasure stopped in time<\/h2>\n
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