Visit Sucre Department

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The Sucre Department of Colombia is a region rich in culture and history. Located on the east coast of Colombia, it offers tourists miles of beautiful Caribbean coastline, natural wonders, and colonial architecture. The capital city Cartagena is known for its vibrant culture and nightlife while the small coastal towns along the way are perfect for relaxing beach getaways or memorable fishing trips.

Popular tourist attractions in this province include La Popa Monastery situated near Cartagena which was built in 1607 with stunning views of the city below, as well as Playa Blanca which is a long stretch of white sand beaches perfect for swimming or snorkeling with crystal clear blue waters.

An interesting historical fact about this region is that it was here that Spanish colonizers founded their first settlement San Sebastian de Uraba in 1510 before they set out to conquer most of South America. Today Sucre Department remains one of Colombia's most culturally interesting regions filled with plenty to explore for visitors from all over the world.
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