Perched atop Cartagena's highest hill, this 17th-century convent delivers sweeping city views and spiritual charm—from the patroness chapel to miracle charms and a flower-filled patio.
“A beautiful image of La Virgen de la Candelaria, the patroness of the city, is in the convent's chapel, and there's a charming flower-filled patio. ”
– Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
"Charms hang from the wall enclosed in glass because they are special – each representing a miracle come true." Full review
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Traversing multiple switchbacks the procession stops at each of the stations of the cross along the route to say prayers and ask for miracles to be performed.
Atlas Obscura
"Perched atop the highest hill in Cartagena, this 17th-century convent offers spectacular views of the city. " Full review
Frommer's
"Mention La Popa to any Cartagenero and he will invariably turn dreamy eyed. Visible for miles around on Cartagena’s highest hill (150m high), the Convento de Nuestra Señora de la..." Full review
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Afar Magazine
Atlas Obscura
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