Colombia, Photo Essays

Cartagena, Beyond The UNESCO Heritage Walls

June 28, 2011 By Trevor Bach

Although the neighborhood offers a stark contrast to the touristic zone rubbing against its shoulders, according to Beltrán its centrality also affords the neighborhood some economic benefit: bargain-hunting foreign shoppers stray into the crowded market and opportunistic cab drivers can charge heavily inflated fares.

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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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