Cartagena de las Indias was the first Spanish port on the Caribbean, and today is one of the prime destinations in Colombia.

The residents of this home have a great view of the harbor and cruise ships at anchor.

Walled courtyards, filled with flowers and boasting traditional wooden balconies, are examples of colonial architecture in the old city.

The old city, the Ciudad Amarullada, has many fine buildings, churches and homes dating from colonial times.

Photographs thanks to ArtToday.com