Gabriel García Márquez in Cartagena Tour

Explore the historical context and literary significance of San Diego's neighborhoods within the broader narrative framework of Gabriel García Márquez's works. Delve into the rich tapestry of streets that serve as thematic mirrors for the protagonists' journeys and experiences in "Love in the Time of Cholera."

After embarking on this free tour, Cartagena will forever bear witness to its profound transformation. Participants shall engage in an extraordinary and enchanting encounter, enriched with narratives that bring life to the colonial thoroughfares. Guided through the cobblestone paths and fortified bastions, one shall traverse the footsteps taken by Nobel Laureate Gabriel García Márquez across various squares and fortresses, immersing oneself in the intimate settings and verdant courtyards of this vibrant neighborhood.

Should you have yet to delve into the pages of García Márquez’s literary masterpieces, this excursion stands poised to ignite your senses and redefine your perspective. This journey into the heart of the city’s historical core offers an opportunity to appreciate the surreal and imaginative realms that shaped the author’s narrative, weaving a tapestry of reality and fantasy that resonates deeply within the fabric of his work.

From the plaza dedicated to Saint Dominicus to the residence where García Márquez once resided in San Diego Cartagena, participants shall immerse themselves in the rich artistic, musical, and literary heritage of this bohemian district. Here, they will discover the whimsical tales and surreal experiences that imbued García Márquez’s life and subsequently influenced the creations of his literary characters, thus illuminating the genre known as magical realism.

This tour promises to unveil the enigmatic life of this illustrious artist, inviting visitors to explore lesser-known aspects of the city’s historical landscape. As if narrated by a prophetic chronicle, García Márquez’s writings paint vivid pictures of an uncertain world that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.