Spanish Fortification, Cartagena - overprinted

Overprinted with solid black "L" (for LANSA) centrally.

The historic center of Cartagena is surrounded by 11 kilometers of defensive walls. These were complemented by fortifications along t.. Смотреть далее »he coast, making Cartagena a militarily impregnable city. The walls, made in several stages, were designed to protect the city from continual pirate attacks, with construction beginning in 1586. In 1984, Cartagena's colonial walled city and fortress were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Страна:	Колумбия
Тип:	Почтовые марки
Серия:	Issues for LANSA Airline
Номинал:	50 c
Год:	1950
Размер:	22 x 26 mm
Перфорация:	12
Тираж:	50,000