Colombia, Photo Essays
Cartagena, Beyond The UNESCO Heritage Walls
June 28, 2011 By Trevor Bach
A young family pose for a photo in front of their home. Now tourists have begun discovering the neighborhood’s lively residential streets and unpretentious charm, but as recently as five years ago the colorful neighborhood was a no-go zone for foreigners, mostly because of security concerns.
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[…] The Colombian city of Cartagena is famous for its well-preserved historical walled center and nearby fortress that were declared UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1984. However, beyond the wall is a city very much in contrast to the colonial charm of the historical center. Colombia-based photographer Trevor Bach ventured into Cartagena to capture these images. […]
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