Echoes of Faith & Religious Heritage Tour in Cartagena

This route not only showcases the city’s tangible heritage but also allows visitors to feel the pulse of a devotion that has shaped Cartagena’s identity over the centuries, offering an immersive experience that goes beyond conventional tourism by exploring the importance of the Spanish Empire’s religious history in shaping the city’s religious and social identity, the mysticism of Marian devotions reflected in the names given to various streets by the city council, and how these have evolved to the present day. During the tour, you’ll also learn about the differences among the religious orders that arrived and built churches, convents, hospitals, and schools, and how, during the independence period, these places played a pivotal role in the various historical events that took place in the city during that time. Come discover the history that cannot be seen, but can be felt at every altar.