Final Day in Columbia

We head out a bit earlier as the day promised to be warm (it kept it). We had a pleasant stroll through the old walled city of Cartagena checking out the architecture, landmarks and points of interest. It is a nice town with lots of little shops, cafes, et al.
Mid-morning we bused east to a much less affluent coastal area populated historically by fisher folk. There we were educated into the intricacies of Afro-Caribe music including drumming lessons and a group dance. Some of our group were more nimble than others but it was great fun for all.
We had the afternoon on our own so we continued the walk about the old city including St Pedro Claver Church & Museum, and the Museo Naval del Caribe.
After a bit of re-pack & getting back out our cold-weather clothing, we moseyed down the Calle for the farewell dinner.
Supper was an exceptional experience. Old Habana style music, Afro-Caribe dancers, fish & wine. The lead off was a rum cocktail -- very smooth and saboroso.
0300 Reveille. Oof.
In the words of Simon Bolivar, "People of Cartagena, if Caracas gave me life, you have me glory...Hail redeeming Cartagena!"Leia mais