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Cartagena's historic port combines extensive fortifications with neighbourhoods of civic, religious and domestic buildings. The defensive works were designed around its strategic Caribbean setting. Within the urban ensemble, different districts preserve evidence of the social organisation of the colonial city.
Source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre
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Las Lajas Sanctuary stands in the Guaitara River canyon near Ipiales. The present church was built between 1916 and 1949 and is an important place of Catholic pilgrimage. Its pointed tower, pinnacles and adjoining arched bridge make an unusual architectural silhouette.
Source: colombia.travel
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The National Capitol stands on Bogota's Bolivar Square. Its broad classical frontage is organised around a recessed central colonnade, rather than a tall dome. The Senate's guided-visit programme introduces the building's architecture, art and civic history.
Source: senado.gov.co
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Popayan's clock tower stands at the southwest corner of Parque Caldas. Built between 1673 and 1682, it became one of the city's best-known landmarks. The clock was added in 1737, giving the old belfry its familiar name.
Source: comisionfilmicacolombia.com
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Santa Barbara Church is one of the landmarks of Mompox beside the Magdalena's river landscape. Its tall decorated bell tower and projecting wooden balcony make a striking partner to the lower church front. Colombia's tourism authority highlights the church among the town's historic buildings.
Source: colombia.travel
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