The most beautiful bay in America
The Pearl of America rests beside the splendid Caribbean Sea, which, under the sunlight, appears as a tapestry of multiple bluish hues. Founded in 1525 by Rodrigo de Bastidas, the city is one of the main commercial and tourist hubs of the department due to its strategic location near the beautiful bay of El Rodadero, the Sierra Nevada, Ciudad Perdida, and other places of interest. It also boasts historical sites such as the Quinta de Bolívar, the final residence of the liberator. The city overflows with life, history, and tradition.
Apart from tourism, the city is known for its bustling commercial activity. Among its streets filled with vitality and breathtaking beauty, numerous markets arrive periodically at the port, along with the bountiful gifts of the Magdalena land. Whether it be bananas, coffee, cocoa, or other fruits, the locals enjoy the produce that the lush nature surrounding them generously provides.
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Live the Festival of the Sea in Santa Marta
Santa Marta is renowned for its Fiestas del Mar, a celebration that honors the city's founding every late July. During this event, various concerts and cultural activities take place to celebrate the department and recognize the value of the sea and its biodiversity. Additionally, several nautical competitions are organized, bringing together the people of Santa Marta to commemorate the emergence of this treasure of Magdalena on July 29, 1525.
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