Bolivar Square (Plaza Bolivar)

Bolivar Square, located in the heart of Cartagena, Colombia, provides a shaded retreat with its leafy trees, offering respite from the Caribbean heat. At the center of the square stands a statue of Simon Bolivar, the revered South American liberator. The square is also home to two significant museums: the Palace of the Inquisition and the Gold Museum (Museo de Oro Zenu). Visitors can explore these cultural institutions, sample Colombian coffee and snacks from street vendors, and soak in the historical and cultural atmosphere of this bustling public space.