Cartagena, the pearl of the Caribbean < > In 1984 the old town of Cartagena was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It was restored with international aid and old building plans. Today Cartagena de Indias presents itself elegantly and internationally. Hundreds of thousands of visitors are captivated by this city every year. One marvels at the long alleys with the old merchant houses, the beautiful colonial houses decorated with flowers and ornaments, the restored Andalusian palaces,...