Recommendations for Cartagena or Medellin?

[LISASIMPSONMBMPH]

We are exploring these for the first time. any top recommendations? we eventually want to spend several months/year overseas and checking out countries....

[estevens]

Hi there,

If you're just looking to get a feel for what the country is like, IL's "Escape to Colombia" guide contains a host of information for people looking to visit or retire there.

Cartagena is a famously charming city. Here’s a shortlist of must-see attractions you should check out when visiting Cartagena (according to the Escape to Colombia guide):

• Bolívar Square
• Gold and Archaeological Museum
• Castle of San Felipe de Barajas
• Palace of the Inquisition
• San Pedro Claver Cathedral
• Temple of Santo Domingo
• Mucura Island

Medellín also has plenty to offer in the realm of entertainment and cultural tourism. In July, the city hosts Colombiamoda, where the country's top fashion designers show off their work.