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The View covers breaking news and media on the Cartagena Summit on a Mine-Free World.

From November 30th to December 4th, 2009, hundreds of international organizations will meet in Cartagena, Colombia to assess the impact of the 1997 Ottawa Treaty, a watershed agreement between states and nations to ban all anti-personnel mines.

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    Cartagena History: Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

    Photo: Denis Jacquerye, 2005

    Taking nearly 200 years and over 245 tons of gold to build, the 17th-century Castillo is one of the greatest Spanish fortresses ever constructed.  Visitors can take in breathtaking views from its parapets and walk amongst the cannons that once broke a three month siege by English warships.

    The Castillo’s entrance fee is $5 US, but the facility, which lacks formal exhibits and information, recommends hiring a guide beforehand.



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    November 03, 2009, 1:15pm   Comments