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It’s best to read García Márquez before coming to Cartagena, starting with “Love in the Time of Cholera.” This city is not only an important source of inspiration for his works but also left an indelible mark on his personal experiences.
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In 1948, after his studies were interrupted by the “Bogotazo” (riot) in Bogotá, García Márquez came to Cartagena to start his career as a journalist. In this Caribbean port city, he worked at El Universal newspaper, gradually developing an interest in news writing and literary creation.
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Cartagena, with its rich colonial history and Caribbean charm, became a significant source of inspiration for García Márquez’s works. Many scenes in his writings, such as cobblestone streets, flower-laden balconies, and church bells, can be found in real life in Cartagena.
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Although the city in the novel is not explicitly named, readers and scholars generally agree that the setting of “Love in the Time of Cholera” is based on Cartagena. Whether it’s the harbor or the lush streets, they are all identical to Cartagena.
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For García Márquez, Cartagena was not just a city, but also a spiritual symbol. The scenery, climate, people, and stories here form an essential part of his literary world. And Cartagena’s affection for García Márquez is deep; the city still commemorates this great writer through museums, literary festivals, and other forms.
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