Feb 01

Emeralds of Cartagena: Colombia’s Prized Gemstone

Here in Cartagena, a bustling port city on Colombia’s Northern coast, tourists flock from cruise ships to experience one of South America’s most distinct regions. Many are after something specific as they venture into the city, a gemstone which played a pivotal role in Cartagena’s history. Cartagena is an opportunity to introduce yourself to that gemstone: emeralds.