Mompos (Santa Cruz de Mompox)

Colombia / Bolivar / Mompys /
 town, UNESCO World Heritage Site
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.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Cruz_de_Mompox
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Coordinates:   9°14'41"N   74°25'33"W
This article was last modified 6 years ago