Located on Colombia's Caribbean coast, Cartagena de Indias is hailed as one of the most fascinating colonial cities in Latin America. It was one of the first cities to be founded by the Spanish in South America and today is famed both for its history and beauty. To be found inside the massive fortified walls of the city are, the Puerta del Reloj, the Plaza de los Coches, the Inquisition Palace and the Popa Monastery. Cartagena offers all the trappings, a perfect base to shop, eat, drink, people watch, explore the cultural sites or just relax and sunbathe on the beach.