Santa Marta signs historic 500-year pact at FITUR 2025

25-01-25

In an unprecedented event, Santa Marta, recognized as Colombia's oldest city, has established a transcendental commitment to its future by signing the “500 Years Pact” during the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) 2025 in Madrid. This agreement, led by Mayor Carlos Pinedo Cuello, seeks to transform the city into a benchmark of modernity, sustainability and competitiveness, honoring its rich cultural heritage while projecting it into the coming centuries.

The signing ceremony, held in the context of one of the world's most prominent tourism events, symbolizes the collaboration between the district administration, the private sector, civil society, academia and international organizations. All these actors have come together with the common goal of promoting the integral development of Santa Marta.

Mayor Pinedo Cuello said during his speech: “We face the enormous challenge of preparing Santa Marta not only for these 500 years, but also for the next. This pact calls us to reconnect with our roots, redefine our identity and project ourselves towards a future full of possibilities for all our citizens”.