Historic Churches of Cartagena

Cartagena's religious landscape is centered on the Real Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad, a 19th-century neoclassical landmark housing the city's patron saint. The collection spans from the hilltop Ermita del Calvario, essential to local Lenten traditions, to neighborhood parishes like San Cristóbal and Nuestra Señora de los Remedios. These sites reflect the city's architectural history and its deep-rooted maritime and Salesian influences across various districts.

Real Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad

Neoclassical 19th-century basilica designed by Tomás Tallerie. It features a prominent dome and houses an 18th-century Napolitan sculpture of the Virgen de la Caridad, the city's patron saint.

Ermita del Calvario

Hilltop chapel serving as the destination for traditional Via Crucis processions. It is a key site for local religious observance during Holy Week.

Parroquia de María Auxiliadora

Salesian parish church integrated with the local educational complex and dedicated to Mary Help of Christians.

Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios

Parish church in the Santa Lucía district, historically linked to Cartagena’s maritime and fishing community.

Parroquia Ntra. Sra. de Belén

Catholic parish church serving the residential community in the northern part of the city.

Iglesia de San Cristóbal

Local church situated in the El Bohío area, serving as a center for Catholic worship in the district.

Parroquia San Francisco de Asís

Parish church dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, serving the local community.

Parroquia Ntra. Sra. de la Soledad

Parish church located in the Molinos Marfagones district on the western outskirts of Cartagena.