“Bohio” is a fascinating place. It is a reminder of Cartagena’s humble beginnings, before the Spanish conquest, when this area was populated by the indigenous people. Its name is a clue to the history of this area. “Bohio” is a word that the indigenous Taino people used for their houses, and it was a key element in their way of life. Imagine a time when these simple structures were part of everyday life here. Think of the indigenous people, building their shelters, the smell of the earth beneath their hands, the sound of the wind through the palm leaves and the constant rhythm of the ocean waves crashing against the shore just a few steps away. The “Bohio” serves as a tribute to those individuals who called this land home before the arrival of the Spanish. It is a reminder that this place has always held a special significance for those who inhabit it.
Hotel Bellavista
Is it just me, or does this place exude a certain kind of magic? We’re standing before Hotel Bellavista, a