Convento de la Popa, Colonial convent on Mount La Popa, Cartagena, Colombia
The whitewashed buildings and red-tiled roofs of the convent stand at 150 meters above sea level, offering views of Cartagena and the Caribbean Sea.
Founded in 1607 by Augustinian friar Vicente Mallol, the initial wooden chapel preceded the construction of the main convent building completed in 1608.
The convent houses a religious museum containing colonial art pieces and the revered statue of Virgen de la Candelaria, which draws numerous pilgrims.
The steep road to the convent requires transportation by taxi, with morning visits recommended to avoid afternoon heat and potential afternoon closures.
The name 'Popa' derives from the hill's shape resembling a ship's stern, while the site previously served as a military strategic point against pirate invasions.
GPS coordinates: 10.41920,-75.52550
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:13
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