Construction began after an attack on the city by Francis Drake in the late 16th century and took some two centuries to complete. (Due to repeated damage from both storms and pirate attacks). In the background you can see the modern suburb of "Boca Grande".
This photo illustrates that the wall is very thick in parts.
Inside the city walls lies the attractive colonial city of Cartagena.
Columbian adventure nearly over! Hi there everyone, from John and Lorena.
