Colonial History of Cartagena de Indias
- The Colonial town was built between the 14th and 19th Centuries with a wealth of architecture matched only by the city's illustrious history.
On November 11th, 1811, Cartagena de Indias became the very first province to gain independence from the Spanish Crown.
- A date the City commemorates each year with much fanfare.
- Colonial Cartagena enjoys a privileged spot on Colombia's Caribbean Coast.
- At the north eastern tip of the country. It enjoys sunny weather with a yearly average temperature of 30˚C (86˚F), and the city's beaches are awash with warm water every day of the year.
This walled city—and its cobbled streets, ornate churches, impressive battlements, and historic charm remains entirely intact. Europeans, especially from the Iberian Peninsula, know all about Cartagena's UNESCO–honored buildings, its terrific beaches and snorkeling, and its historical allure.
OLD WORLD CHARM
- Beneath it all lies the historic charm of gracious architecture painstakingly restored:
- Domed churches edge stone squares; leafy parks offer respite from the searing sun.
- Pastel-painted houses, shops, offices and schools sit elbow-to-elbow, their thick walls forming protective shells for arabesque courtyards within.
- Bougainvillea drips from balconies overlooking the lanes, and you expect Benjamin Bratt's aristocratic character from "Love in the Time of Cholera" to roll down the street in a horse-drawn carriage says Jane Wooldridge - Miami Herald - June 24, 2009
The exclusive Casa San Agustín residences are located within the 'Walled City' in the prestigious San Diego District.
Home of the Elites since Colonial times. Formerly known as Santo Toribio.
This District has been the home of Illustrious historical figures such as Simon Bolivar, who wrote his first major document 'The Manifesto de Cartagena' while exiled here. Also neighboring Casa San Agustín are the houses once occupied by Viceroy Torrezar Diaz Pimienta and the Marquis de Villalta.
Entrance to Casa San Agustín with Juan Valdez by her side
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Project Renovation Casa San Agustín - Cartagena de Indias Colombia |
ARCHITECTS & DEVELOPERS
- Architect - Miguel Soto Casas
- Architect - Vladimir Caballero Escorcia
- Historical study & Restauration consulting
- Architect - Ernesto Moure Eraso
- CONSTRUCTION & SALES
- INMOBILIARIA SAN AGUSTIN LTDA
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Juan Caballero & Architect Vladimir Caballero Escorcia
Today the city is a centre of Economic activity in the
Caribbean region and a popular Tourist destination Convention Center with state of the art technology
A thriving modern city !
Fresco walls uncovered during
the Restauration Process in Casa San Agustín are
being examined by experts in
Colonial Architecture and Fresco paintings
Renovation and Restoration of CASA SAN AGUSTIN
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