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Santa Marta: Colombia's Sunny City!

Imagine a city by the sparkling sea, older than your grandparents' grandparents! That's Santa Marta!

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Domingo de playa en Santa Marta, Colombia

Domingo de playa en Santa Marta, Colombia

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Key Facts

Location
On the Caribbean Sea coast in northern Colombia.
Founded
July 29, 1525.
Capital Of
Magdalena Department.
Fun Fact
It is the oldest surviving Spanish settlement in Colombia.

Welcome to Santa Marta!

Santa Marta is a super cool city in Colombia, a country far away in South America. It's right on the edge of the big, blue Caribbean Sea! Think of it like a giant playground next to the ocean. It's a place where people love to visit because it's sunny and beautiful. It's also a busy port, which means big ships come and go, carrying all sorts of interesting things.

A City Born Long, Long Ago!

Guess what? Santa Marta is super, super old! It was started by explorers from Spain way back on July 29, 1525. That's even older than the oldest tree you can imagine! It's one of the very first places the Spanish people built when they came to Colombia. It's so old that it's the oldest city in Colombia that's still around today, and the second oldest in all of South America. Wow!

Fun Facts About Santa Marta!

Santa Marta is the capital city of a special area called Magdalena. It's also one of the biggest cities on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. It sits in a beautiful bay, which is like a calm part of the sea. Because it's so pretty and has nice weather, lots of tourists love to come here for holidays. It's a very important place for fun and for ships!

Why Santa Marta is Special!

This city is famous for being a tourist spot, which means people visit it for fun and relaxation. It's also a historic place, full of stories from the past. Being a port city means it's busy with boats and trade. Santa Marta is a mix of old and new, with lots of sunshine and beautiful views of the sea. It's a place that has been important for a very, very long time.

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