Cartagena

Tucked along the sheltered Bay of Cartagena on Spain’s Mediterranean coast, Cartagena is a place whose character is shaped by its deep natural harbour and long naval role. Founded as Carthago Nova by the Carthaginians in 227 BC, it later became an important Roman port. Its Roman Theatre, built in the late 1st century BC and rediscovered in 1988, forms part of the historic centre beside the museum designed by Rafael Moneo. The old quarter rises between the harbour and surrounding hills, while the waterfront still handles commercial and naval traffic. Cartagena’s Holy Week processions are among Murcia’s best-known religious traditions. Continue with other webcams from the area to see how this part of the Region of Murcia connects regionally.

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