martes, 22 de febrero de 2011

Portobello

The city of Portobello, which means beautiful port is known for its famous bygone era fairs.
The town has two museums shows Customs Museum and the Museum of the Black Christ:
The exhibit is artifacts and weapons of the colonial era, such as cannon balls, guns, tools and pottery.
On the second floor of the museum, displays information about the town of Portobello and culture, particulary on the Congolese and the Black Christ (every outfit you have used in their celebrations which is every October 21) religious festival that attracts many tourists.

It also has the church of San Felipe, built entirely in 1841, another attraction is the two forts that of St. James and St. Jerome, who were used to counteract the invasion of pirates and take over the city.
Visit Portobello to live the excitement of old times of pirates, slavery and more, and you'll enjoy it documented!

"Cristo Negro" church of Portobello.

Strong San Jerónimo

" Aduana de Portobello" Museam




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