Licor 43 opens new restaurant and leisure centre on the seafront in Cartagena
The Cuarentaytres centre is the new flagship of Cartagena gastronomy and fine dining Zamora Company, the owner of the Licor 43 brand which is Spain’s favourite liqueur and is produced just outside Cartagena, has added a new restaurant and leisure..

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Cartagena kicks off the Christmas season with 300 activities for the whole family
The festive season is in full swing in the Mar Menor with a calendar packed with music, parades and more Cartagena has prepared more than 300 special activities to celebrate Christmas which will officially begin on Tuesday December 5 with the..

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Beach cleaning resumes on the Mar Menor
Algae and sludge will be removed from four Cartagena beaches The Scientific Advisory Committee of the Mar Menor gave the green light this week for several specialised teams to begin removing the unsightly sludge from four Cartagena beaches: Punta..

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Construction of Playa Honda-Villas Caravaning cycle path to begin in early 2024
The work is being put out to tender now, and could be open as soon as April next year Work to create a new cycle and pedestrian path to join Playa Honda and Villas Caravaning near the Mar Menor is due to begin “in the first quarter of 2024”..

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S-81 submarine Isaac Peral made in Cartagena formally handed to Spanish Navy
Twenty years after it was commissioned, the Isaac Peral sub is finally complete   The S-81 submarine ‘Isaac Peral’, built in Cartagena in the shipyards of the public company Navantia, is now officially property of the Armada, the Spanish Navy..

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New Mercadona opens in La Rambla shopping centre, Cartagena
The opening could be the start of a new golden era for La Rambla   A little over 4 years since the Eroski supermarket and other shops in Cartagena’s La Rambla shopping centre closed down, the facilities have now thrown open their doors once..

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New free car parks being built in Cartagena
The city will have new free parking spaces next to the Mandarache and La Rambla shopping centres Cartagena City Council has approved the creation of two new car parks which between them will have more than 800 spaces for vehicles. They are to..

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S-81 Isaac Peral submarine will be ready to launch on November 30
The Cartagena-built vessel will be handed over to the Spanish Navy in an official ceremony It’s been 20 years in the works, but the Isaac Peral S-81 submarine is about to get its sea legs as the state-of-the-art war ship is scheduled to be handed..

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Cartagena Christmas lights: This is when the Xmas lights are switched on 2023
The festive decorations will be in more Cartagena city streets than ever this year, but what Christmas lights are planned and when will they be turned on? This year, the Christmas lights in the streets of Cartagena will be bigger and more widespread..

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Crisis as 200 homeowners in El Portus Naturist Camping to be evicted
Suicide and depression have suddenly hit this community near Cartagena as more than 200 owners are given less than 15 days’ notice of eviction by new owners, with more to come There are several Spanish families and residents of many other nationalities..

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1m-euro project to restore San Leandro Battery in Cartagena put out to tender
The 18th-century gun battery will form part of the route of visitable defensive forts in Cartagena The bidding phase of the project to restore the Batería de San Leandro, the coastal battery next to the La Curra dock in Cartagena, has been opened..

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Area around Cartagena shopping mall Espacio Mediterraneo gets a massive facelift
The new owner of Parque Mediterráneo has launched a comprehensive renovation to improve the facilities The Parque Mediterráneo is going to undergo a profound transformation in the coming months to give greater prominence to pedestrians with..

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Judas Priest to headline at the 3rd Rock Imperium festival in Cartagena in June 2024
Other top acts in Cartagena include Extreme, Yngwie Malmsteen, Doro, Uriah Heep and Saxon Legendary heavy metal band Judas Priest, who were formed in Birmingham as long ago as 1969 and have sold over 50 million albums worldwide since, have been inked..

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10 unique natural wonders in the Region of Murcia!
Icy cold springs, moonscapes, badlands and enchanted natural cities in the Costa Cálida! Far from being simply a stretch of coastline in the western Mediterranean, the Region of Murcia has a fantastically varied landscape, and the following selection..

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Cartagena promotes the rural treasures of Perín, Tallante, Isla Plana and La Azohía
Tourism in and around Cartagena is more than Roman architecture and spectacular beaches! The city and municipality of Cartagena is blessed with several major tourist attractions including the magnificent Roman architecture which is still being revealed..

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7 of the spookiest haunts in the Region of Murcia
Locations to send chills down your spine even in the heat of the Costa Cálida summer! The Region of Murcia is renowned for its sunshine, the warmth of its climate and its people, the good living and the delicious food, but even the Costa Cálida..

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Six great family days out in the Region of Murcia this summer!
Half a dozen plans for a day away from the beach in the Costa Cálida! School’s almost out for summer, and thousands of families will be heading from all over Europe to the Costa Cálida for their annual dose of sun, sea and sand, but of course..

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5 days out with a difference in the Region of Murcia!
Treasures not far from the beaches of the Costa Cálida, selected by the Murcia tourist board We all know that the most common reasons for visiting the Costa Cálida are the warm climate, the fabulous beaches and the clear waters of the Mediterranean..

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Gluten-free meals and a special breakfast offer at La Solana restaurant in La Manga Club!
La Solana is the onsite restaurant at the prestigious La Quinta Club in La Manga Club La Solana Bar and Restaurant at La Quinta Club in La Manga Club has recently become the only establishment in the area to be fully recognised and accredited by the..

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Tickets go on sale on April 20 for the 2023 La Mar de Músicas festival in Cartagena
The spotlight falls on Canada at La Mar de Músicas from July 14 to 22 Tickets and season tickets go on sale on Thursday April 20 for this year’s La Mar de Músicas season of live concerts in Cartagena, immediately following the official presentation..

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Traditional festive confectionary in the Region of Murcia
The taste of Christmas in the Costa Cálida Christmas sweets are as much a part of the festive season in the Costa Cálida as the tree, the presents, Midnight Mass, the sound of sleigh bells and “Love Actually” on the TV, and while the Region..

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Murcia traditions: All Saints and All Souls, 1st and 2nd November
What are the All Saints and All Souls Day Halloween traditions in Murcia? This next week is the celebration of All Saints Day on November 2 and All Souls day on November 2. The fiesta on November 1 is a National Holiday, a red day, so most retail..

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Licor 43 offers new chocolate liqueur at the Experiencia 43 visitors centre just outside Cartagena
Licor 43 Chocolate can be purchased only in selected restaurants and at Experiencia 43! For seventy-six years Licor 43, produced in Cartagena, has been one of the most popular liqueurs in Spain, proving to be an international success as it has been..

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19 delicious gastro experiences in and around Murcia, Cartagena and Lorca!
Wine, cheese, honey, beer, liqueurs, wild plants, coffee… just some of the gastronomic delights awaiting you in the Costa Cálida! Of course tourism in the three largest cities of the Region of Murcia (Lorca, Cartagena and the regional capital)..

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Cartagena offers 6 gastro-activities to learn about local food and drink specialities
Cheese, coffee, artisan beer and liqueurs are among the products featured in the list of Cartagena gastro-experiences! Within the gastronomic tourism package put together by the regional tourist board of Murcia under the title “1,001 sabores de..

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Get to know the Region of Murcia in just 3 days!
Capture the essence of the Costa Cálida in the course of a long weekend Are you taking advantage of the warm spring weather to spend a long weekend in the Costa Cálida? Or maybe you live here and have friends who are coming to explore the Region..

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Cartagena demo workers make shock Roman discovery while knocking down a 19th century building
Workers in the Murcian city were in the middle of demolishing a 19th century building when they came across an ancient Roman column Demo workers in Cartagena, Spain received a shock while they were knocking down a building in the Murcian city.  ..

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Experiencia 43, a fascinating half-day out at the home of Licor 43 just outside Cartagena
Learn more about the most popular liqueur in Spain on a guided tour of the factory and museum The tour includes tastings and a chance to pick up a great gift pack. The Licor 43 Experience offers visitors the chance to get to know one of Spain..

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4 historic monuments and heritage sites in Murcia at risk of disappearing
The state of ruin of the structures has prompted their inclusion on the Red Heritage List Four architectural buildings in the Region of Murcia are very different from each other in terms of time period and design, but they share one common trait..

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November 29 to December 10 The Nao Victoria galleon in Cartagena
A faithful replica of the first vessel to sail around the world can be visited in the port of Cartagena Anyone with an interest in military or naval history will enjoy a visit to Cartagena between November 29 and December 10, when a replica of the..

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Until January 15 A plasticine History of Sport in Cartagena!
Plasticine models in a display showing some of the finest moments in Spanish and world sport The Museo Arqueológico Enrique Escudero de Castro in Cartagena is holding an exhibition until 15th January in which plasticine figures show some of the most..

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December 15 Brothers In Band Dire Straits tribute show in Cartagena
The top Dire Straits tribute show comes to Cartagena for one night only bROTHERS iN bAND take us on a journey in their time machine to the days of Twisting by the Pool, Money for Nothing, Sultans and Swing, Romeo and Juliet and many more in their..

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Until January 28 Harry Potter exhibition at the Augusteum in Cartagena
Take a trip to Hogwarts in the atmospheric setting of the Roman Augusteum in Cartagena The magical world of J.K. Rowling can be visited in one of the main Roman sites of Cartagena from now until January 28 at the “Cartagena Mágica” exhibition..

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New bus routes in the Cartagena and Mar Menor area
There are now buses connecting Cartagena, La Manga, Torre Pacheco and Los Alcázares The new bus system came into effect across the Region of Murcia on Friday December 3 and included in the new plan are several remodelled routes in the Cartagena..

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Sendero Azul gentle walking route from Cartagena port to Cala Cortina
The “Sendero Azul”runs alongside the port and past the docks The Sendero Azul del Puerto de Cartagena is a gentle coastal walking route which runs from the Yacht club (next to the cruise ship port) on the main waterfront in the city down to..

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Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre Cartagena Murcia: open seven days a week
Where to shop in Cartagena and the Mar Menor Murcia The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre is on the eastern outskirts of Cartagena, heading out of the city towards La Manga and  the Mar Menor, and contains a full selection of shopping opportunities..

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The Castillo de la Concepción, a hilltop fortress at the highest point in the historic city of Cartagena
The old keep has been converted into a museum dealing with the 3,000-year history of Cartagena The Castillo de la Concepción is a 13th or 14th century medieval fortress at the top of the hill known as the Cerro de la Concepción in Cartagena..

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Calblanque regional park
A great area area for walking with several wild and picturesque beaches 1,882 hectares of land in Calblanque have been a protected nature reserve since 1987 in recognition of the fact that the area is one of the most typical of the coastline of..

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Carthaginians crushed as Romans invade Cartagena
Locals say Hannibal has let them all down by chasing off across the Alps to attack Rome CLICK ON GALLERY TO ENLARGE IMAGES Qart-Hadast is no more following a successful invasion by the Romans yesterday and local residents have awoken this morning..

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The batteries and gun emplacements at Castillitos and El Jorel, Cabo Tiñoso
Cartagena Spain, following the military trail, Cabo Tiñoso ("the guns") These two battery emplacements are well worth a visit, whether you have any interest in military history or not, and are a great place to take the visitors, offering..

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Opening hours Cartagena museums throughout the year
Cartagena has a good selection of monuments and museums which can be visited in combination with exhibitions, trips out or concerts. The long and varied history of Cartagena has attracted a succession of different cultures, each leaving its own trace..

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The Local Social in Los Belones
Social Club, Los Belones The “Local Social” of Los Belones is on the main road, opposite the church, and it hosts many kinds of leisure activity for inhabitants of the village. The single-storey building contains a small office from which..

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Where is Los Nietos
Los Nietos falls within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality Cartagena is a vast municipality, covering 558 square kilometres, the City of Cartagena and port at the heart of the municipality. For administrative..

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Where is Cabo de Palos
Cabo de Palos lies within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality Cartagena is a vast municipality, covering 558 square kilometres, with the city and port of Cartagena at its heart. For administrative purposes..

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Where is Mar de Cristal
Mar de Cristal lies within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality Cartagena is a vast municipality, covering 558 square kilometres, the City of Cartagena and port at the heart of the municipality. For administrative..

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Where is La Manga del Mar Menor
La Manga lies within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality There is a great deal of confusion over the definitions of "La Manga" in this corner of the Mar Menor. The administrative district of La..

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History of Los Belones
A brief history of Los Belones, and the Rincón de San Ginés Los Belones forms part of the administrative area of Rincón de San Ginés, an easterly corner of the modern Cartagena municipality, the history of the area closely linked to the various..

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Where is Los Belones
Los Belones falls within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality Cartagena is a vast municipality, covering 558 square kilometres, the City of Cartagena and port at the heart of the municipality. For administrative..

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The Casino of Cartagena
The Casino occupies an 18th century palatial home in the centre of Cartagena The casino of Cartagena occupies an impressive 18th century building in the main pedestrian street of the old city centre, the Calle Mayor, just a couple of hundred metres..

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Auditorio Parque Torres and Castillo Arabe
These two spaces are open air spaces, used during the summer for outdoor concerts and events. The Auditorio Parque Torres is a purpose built open air auditorium, located high above Cartagena at the foot of the Parque Torres. It’s primarily used..

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Paseo Alfonso XII
The dockside area is known as the Muelle Alfonso XII The Paseo Alfonso XII is the main road which runs alongside the waterfront of Cartagena. On the one side is the old quarter of the city and imposing Muralla del Mar, the wall which protected the..

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Palacio Consistorial, Cartagena
Palacio Consistorial in Cartagena is also known as the Casa Consistorial Cartagena The Casa Consistorial, or Palacio Consistorial, is the building which houses the Town Hall of Cartagena. The modernist building was originally completed in 1907..

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Museo Naval Cartagena
Cartagena Naval Museum The Museo Naval of Cartagena transferred to its new location in May 2012. The Museum is located in a building which is generally referred to as the CIM building, CIM standing for Cuartel de Instrucción de Marinería, a location..

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El Batel, Auditorio y Centro de Congresos, Cartagena
Auditorium and Conference Centre El Batel in Cartagena  Tickets for performances at the El Batel Auditorio and Congress Centre in Cartagena are available from www.ticketmaster.es or directly from the auditorium. The Auditorio y Palacio de..

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The sinking of the Castillo de Olite
The worst naval catastrophe of the Spanish Civil War took place in the harbour of Cartagena The story of the Castillo de Olite, sunk in 1939 in Cartagena It is generally agreed by historians that the final phase of the Civil War in Spain lasted..

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ARQUA, Marine Archaeology Museum, Cartagena
Cartagena, ARQUA, Museo Nacional de Arqueologia Subacuatica. Located in the Paseo del Muelle Alfonso XII, next to the cruise ship terminal, this museum has been designed as a window into the world of underwater archaeology, the cutting edge building..

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The Muralla Bizantina, Cartagena, art gallery and archaeological site
The Muralla Bizantina also contains remains of the Roman Theatre in its basement This is an interesting location, and can be added into any Cartagena itinerary as it is both a very attractive art gallery which hosts some excellent exhibitions and..

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