San Pedro Claver Cathedral
Calle 31 #4-1, Cartagena, Colombia
Description:
Construction of the San Pedro Claver Cathedral began in 1575, but in 1586 it was destroyed by pirates led by Francis Drake. The cathedral was restored in 1602. It is named after Saint San Pedro Claver, a Spanish priest who served in the cathedral and converted African slaves to the Christian faith. The remains of the saint are kept in the cathedral and gather many pilgrims from all over the world.
The wooden altar in the cathedral, although not as richly decorated with gilding and precious stones as other altars, is still considered one of the most beautiful in Colombia.
A special pride of the cathedral is its stained glass.