French: Centre historique de Santa Cruz de Mompox
The Historic Centre of Santa Cruz de Mompox is a World Heritage site in Colombia defined by the UNESCO in 1995 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 459 (411) in our monthly survey..

"Founded in 1540 on the banks of the River Magdalena, Mompox played a key role in the Spanish colonization of northern South America. From the 16th to the 19th century the city developed parallel to the river, with the main street acting as a dyke. The historic centre has preserved the harmony and unity of the urban landscape. Most of the buildings are still used for their original purposes, providing an exceptional picture of what a Spanish colonial city was like."
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