Convento de la Popa

religious complex in Cartagena

#5 in Cartagena / #39 in Colombia

by Mariordo (Mario Roberto Durán Ortiz)

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Convento de la Popa is a historic convent located in Cartagena, Colombia, perched on the highest hill in the city, known as Mount Popa. Founded in the early 17th century by Augustinian friars, the convent offers breathtaking panoramic views of Cartagena and its surroundings. It features a charming colonial-style architecture, with a beautiful chapel adorned with religious artwork, including a revered statue of the Virgen de la Candelaria, the patroness of Cartagena.

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