# Colombia Approves Heritage Protection Plan for Cartagena's Historic Center

Colombia's National Council for Cultural Heritage approved a management plan for Cartagena's historic center.

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The National Council for Cultural Heritage (CNPC) approved the Special Management and Protection Plan (PEMP) for Cartagena's historic center on June 26. [^1]

The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Knowledge (MinCulturas) will adopt the plan through a resolution in October. [^2]

The PEMP covers the historic center, San Diego, Getsemaní, and influence zones including Manga, El Pie de la Popa, El Espinal, and part of El Cabrero. [^3]

Emilio Molina, secretary of planning, stated that the plan aims to protect not just the architecture but also the residents and cultural dynamics of the territory. [^4]

Emilio Molina, Secretary of Planning, stated that the plan protects residents and defines how to conserve buildings while improving habitability. [^5]

The PEMP regulates land use to balance residence, tourism, and economic activities across different sectors. [^6]

## What this stands on

1. The National Council for Cultural Heritage (CNPC) approved the Special Management and Protection Plan (PEMP) for Cartagena's historic center on June 26. (El Universal, News)
2. The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Knowledge (MinCulturas) will adopt the plan through a resolution in October. (El Universal, News)
3. The PEMP covers the historic center, San Diego, Getsemaní, and influence zones including Manga, El Pie de la Popa, El Espinal, and part of El Cabrero. (El Universal, News)
4. Emilio Molina, secretary of planning, stated that the plan aims to protect not just the architecture but also the residents and cultural dynamics of the territory. (ELHERALDO.CO, News)
5. Emilio Molina, Secretary of Planning, stated that the plan protects residents and defines how to conserve buildings while improving habitability. (El Universal, News)
6. The PEMP regulates land use to balance residence, tourism, and economic activities across different sectors. (ELHERALDO.CO, News)

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