The Free Tour to San Felipe de Barajas Castle!
Tour description
Welcome to Colombia and to Cartagena, the heroic city!
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Discover the largest European military fort in Latin America!
Walk along its ancient walls that have withstood the passage of time and its impressive views to its hidden passages, unraveling the hidden stories of battles, heroes and secrets that shaped history.
Throughout its history, the Castillo de San Felipe was subjected to several sieges and attacks . One of the most notable was during the famous siege of Cartagena in 1741, when British forces attempted to capture the city and were successfully repelled. The resistance of the Castillo de San Felipe on that occasion is considered a historical milestone and a testament to its robust defensive structure .
Now, one of the most intriguing aspects of the Castle is its intricate system of underground tunnels. These passages served both to transport supplies and to facilitate strategic movements of troops. By exploring these tunnels, you will be able to feel and understand military history, discovering how Spanish soldiers moved stealthily to defend the fortress against potential invaders.
On this guided tour we will talk and learn about:
- The role of Cartagena and Colombia's independence
- Architecture, engineering and military strategy
- European Pirate Attacks
- Design of walls, tunnels and bastions
- Symbol of resilience and defense
- San Carlos Bastion and the Plaza de Armas
- Blas de Lezo: myths, legends and anecdotes
- Complete viewpoint of Cartagena
- And much more!
Important : You can purchase the entrance to the Castle directly at the ticket office at the entrance. It costs $33,000 COP per person :)
Discover the legendary Castillo de San Felipe!
Don't miss our unique and original tour where we continue to write history together!
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What will we see on this tour?
