Palacio de la Inquisición, Cartagena
Facts and practical information
The Palace of Inquisition, also known as the Inquisition Palace, is an eighteenth-century the seat of the Holy Office of the Inquisition in Cartagena, now in modern Colombia. Finished around 1770, it currently serves as a museum showcasing historical artifacts. Among the many historical artifacts, the museum displays torture equipment used on victims during the inquisition. These items were removed from display in 2015 prior to visits to Colombia by Pope Francis. They have since partially returned and are again on display. The museum has been described as "one of the finer buildings" in Cartagena. Cited as one of Cartagena's "best examples of late colonial, civil architecture", it faces the Parque de Bolívar. ()
Plaza de BolívarCartagena
Palacio de la Inquisición – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Iglesia de San Pedro Claver, Cartagena Cathedral, Museo Naval del Caribe.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Palacio de la Inquisición by public transport?
Bus
- Bus.t103 (23 min walk)
- Chambacú (20 min walk)