THE FINEST SPANISH COLONIAL CITY ON EARTH
At the end of the Plaza
de la Aduana, is the Plaza San Pedro Claver.
Here is the Church of San Pedro
Claver – crowned with its signature clock tower – which was founded in 1603. It
takes its name from Father Claver, a priest considered a human rights pioneer
for his compassion for African slaves brought to Cartagena’s notorious slave
market.
Father Claver cared for many sick slaves and ministered to the
marginalized and down-trodden.
The church houses a small museum with paintings and items commemorating Father Claver, who was canonized in 1888.
But the centerpiece is the cloister courtyard with its level walkways and famous well where the priest baptized thousands of slaves.
Enormous, shady trees provide a place for reflection, plus a pleasant respite from the tropical sun.
STORY CONTINUES TOMORROW -- MARCH 6
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