The Sierpe Street of the Getsemaní neighborhood of Cartagena de Indias is one of the most emblematic and popular streets of the heroic city.
Due to its historical importance, the legends that surround it and the urban art that adorns it, Calle de la Sierpe has become one of the most popular streets in Cartagena.
The graffiti that decorates the walls, doors and windows of this street is one of its great attractions, not only because of its creativity but also because of the different textures on which they are worked, those made on tiles attract a lot of attention, those who combine the doors and windows with the walls and those who take advantage of the ruins of the buildings to create their art.
In general, the Getsemaní neighborhood has become one of the most representative settings of the graffiti in Cartagena, so you can enjoy them in many of its streets.
But graffiti is not the only urban art that has a presence in this place, every night in the Trinity Square, where the street ends, Break Dance artists come together to offer an outdoor show with their unique movements.
The historical importance of this street lies in the fact that it leads to the Plaza and Church of La Trinidad, a place where important historical events took place, determining the independence of Cartagena and, consequently, that of Colombia.
This street is also known for a particular legend of a giant snake that roamed its floors.
(You may be interested in: Learn about the legend of the Giant Serpent of Calle de la Sierpe)
It is a place that, like the entire Getsemaní neighborhood, exudes magic, life and charm. In this street you will not only be able to learn part of the history of Cartagena and Colombia, but you will also be able to be inspired by the art that paves it and entertain. with the legends and mysteries that accompany it.
