Founded on July 29,1525 by Spanish conqueror Rodrigo de Bastidas, who named the city after the Catholic day for Saint Martha, which in Spain was celebrated with festivities.
Founded on July 29,1525 by Spanish conqueror Rodrigo de Bastidas, the city is an important maritime port and hub for tourism, history and culture. He named the city after the Catholic day for Saint Martha, which in Spain was celebrated with festivities.