Cartagena knockers – by Vicki

Cartagena’s climate and Spanish heritage have given rise to Mediterranean style architecture. In the Old City we see large doors on the street frontage - signatures of wealth and protection. Many of the doors have smaller doors cut into them, some are decorated with rows of raised knobs, and others have ornate door knockers.

Strolling the streets of the Old City we marveled at the large doors and had lots of fun spotting door knockers.

The doors are heavy and sturdy, personalised with ornate door knockers.

Door knobs and door knockers come in all manner of designs. 

Iguana door knockers are very popular in the renovated Old City.

Lion door knockers come in African, Asian and antique versions.

Water themed door knockers are rarer and more of a challenge for the serious spotter to find. 

My absolute favourite door knocker is the bearded man.

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