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Deemed the first official free town in the Americas and a corner of Africa in Colombia.
In 2015 it was declared by Unesco a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. San Basilio is about 1.5 hours from Cartagena, where African enslaved led by their fearless leader Domingo Biohó, escaped and built their Palenque to protect them from the Spaniards.
A magical place full of history, culture and an example of resilience and will for freedom.
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Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1San Basilio De Palenque
Itinerary Palenque Experience We will drive 1.5 hours to San Basilio de Palenque and we will walk around the town and learn about their history. 1) Monument of Benkos Biohos, (leader and founder of palenque). 2) House of kombilesa mi. ( Musical group of young people who have been working for the strengthening of Palenquera music with self-detonating instruments of the community) 3) We will visit a traditional house where you will appreciate their way of living. 4) Rafael Cassiani Cassiani house, (teacher of a musical group of elders called SEXTETO TABALA who come from generation to generation with “palenquera” authentic music). 5) Monument of Antonio Cervantes reyes, ( KID PAMBELE) first world boxing champion who gave Colombia born and raised in palenque.8) arroyo de palenque, (place of supply of the Palenquera community, source of life of recreation and communication). 6) Food Options: Fish stewed with coconut stew, chicken or pork to your liking
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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