17th Century
| Year | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1610 | 5 February | the Catholic Monarchs established from Spain the Spanish Inquisition Holy Office Court in Cartagena de Indias |
| 1629 | Foundation of Barranca de San Nicolas (Later Barranquilla ) by Galapa indigenous people | |
| 1631 | Foundation of Girón, Santander by Francisco Mantilla de los Rios | |
| 1650 | Approximated date of painting of the Sopo Archangels | |
| 1675 | Foundation of Medellín by Francisco Herrera Campuzano |
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