In the Colombian Caribbean there is a place where the traditions of the past remain intact and where their residents do not use money to acquire goods but do it through bartering. Where is this particular territory located?
It is nothing more and nothing less than Santa Cruz del Islet, a small island that is located in the San Bernardo archipelago in Bolívar. According to information published on the National Radio website of Colombia, approximately 816 people live in it and is one of the most populated territories on the planet.
Although it is part of the department of Bolívar to reach this island, those interested must move to make a two -hour journey from the city of Cartagena.
What is one of the problems facing the residents of Santa Cruz del Isleta?
The aforementioned means of communication conducted an interview with Adrián Caraballo, an environmental leader, who said that a large part of the inhabitants contribute to the increase in pollution.
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“Tourism is one of the main contamination factors, since, by increasing the number of people within the island, solid waste also increases And with them the possibility that fish or crustaceans ingest plastic and other harmful components, which can affect the same population with their subsequent consumption, “he said.
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Apparently and according to what the Colombian public media reported, these waste is taken to Tintipán to later be taken to Cartagena.
The activities you can do.
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What activities can you do in Santa Cruz del Isleta?
360 adventurers through your official blog announced a series of actions that you can develop if you decide to visit this sector of the country.
1- To know its history and many curiosities it is suggested to be accompanied by a local guide.
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2- concur to aquarium to have a beautiful experience.
3- You can take a boat to enjoy the imposing beaches that are in their vicinity.
