Fewer rescues and first aid treatments, but more people needing help or information Lifeguards and rescue crews in the Region of Murcia carried out over 13,000 interventions in July, according to new figures released under the region’s Copla..
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The popular Indian curry house in Los Narejos is now open every day of the week for lunch and dinner The Curry’s Nepali andIndian Restaurant in Los Narejos, Los Alcázares, are extending their opening times to now include Sunday evenings, in..
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Morning classes resume on the shores of the Mar Menor this July and August Summer fitness fans can get their workout fix with free morning classes returning to San Javier's popular beaches. The initiative offers sessions at several scenic locations..
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How a pair of expats are redefining fine dining by going back to basics When Paul Owens and Julia Marshall first arrived in Murcia, they weren’t planning to create one of the region’s most talked-about fine dining experiences. Yet from their..
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Sign up now for the Vuelta Mar Menor, one of the most popular sporting events of the summer in San Javier The Vuelta al Mar Menor is back for another edition this September 6 and 7. Registration is now open for the XXIII Walking Tour of the Mar..
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One of the first houses in Santiago de la Ribera was built by the couple credited with founding the town The Casa Barnuevo or Chalet Barnuevo is an eclectic building dating from the early 20th century and is considered to form part of the foundation..
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Discover top-quality Mediterranean food and warm hospitality at Palcos by PickledPair in Avileses For those seeking an exceptional fine dining experience in the Region of Murcia, Palcos by PickledPair stands out as one of the most acclaimed restaurants..
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Enjoy a true bird’s eye view of the Costa Cálida as you sample these adventure tourism offers Source: ITREM regional tourist board From time to time it’s always good to look at things from a new perspective, and the regional tourist board..
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Top viewing points from La Manga del Mar Menor to Águilas Source: ITREM Wherever you go in the Mediterranean, if offered the choice you’ll always opt for a place with a balcony and a sea view, and in the Region of Murcia nature provides a myriad..
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Take a magical summer night walk through the African savannah, without having to leave Spain! If you’re stuck for something different to do on a summer evening, how about taking a moonlit stroll through Africa? That’s exactly what you can do..
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Adventure, animals, water fun and learning all in one – discover the coolest way for your children to spend the summer in Murcia! Looking for a summer club in Murcia that keeps your kids active, entertained and learning too? Terra Natura Murcia..
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From boat trips to kitesurfing, choose your relaxing or exciting preference at the beaches of the Region of Murcia this summer! With its calm seawater and warm climate the Region of Murcia is a perfect place for water sports all year round, and this..
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Noches de Baile until the end of August at the Plaza del Espejo in Los Alcázares Every Monday evening from 21st July until 25th August the Town Hall of Los Alcázares is holding old-fashioned dancing evenings at the Plaza del Espejo on the shore..
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16 performances and 2 family workshops in San Javier, Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor The 55thInternational Festival of Theatre, Music and Dance in San Javier gets under way on Thursday 31st July with a free concert by soprano Pilar..
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Fun, music, games, shopping at food every evening in Los Narejos The Parque del Gonio, close to the shore of the Mar Menor at the northern end of Los Narejos, welcomes the open-air Solmarket event to the Region of Murcia for the very first time between..
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Top tribute acts on the first evening of The Mar Menor Music Legends event in Los Alcázares The 2025 edition of the Mar Menor Music Legends festival at the fiestas fairground in Los Alcázares (click for map) begins on Thursday 7th August at 21...
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A great tribute act on the second evening of The Mar Menor Music Legends event in Los Alcázares The 2025 edition of the Mar Menor Music Legends festival at the fiestas fairground in Los Alcázares (click for map) ends on Friday 8th August at 21...
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Visit the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean as well as the dunes and salt flats of San Pedro by the light of the full moon Taking advantage of the August full moon, the tourist office of San Pedro del Pinatar is holding this guided moonlight walk along..
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The Pearl of the Mar Menor tour in Spanish is expected to be fully booked for its August edition! This relaxed tour takes in the locality of Santiago de la Ribera on the shore of the Mar Menor and includes some of the most important historical buildings..
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Magnificat is inspired by the musical piece of the same name composed by JS Bach The 55th annual Festival of Theatre, Dance and Music in San Javier continues on Saturday 9th August with a performance inspired by Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Magnificat..
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The popular Mar Menor craft market returns to Santiago de la Ribera The Mar Menor Craft Market is back in San Javier on Sunday August 10 from 10am at the Explanada de Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera. This popular event features a range..
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Ambulant is inspired by the last great circuses of the early 20th centuries The 55th annual Festival of Theatre, Dance and Music in San Javier continues on Sunday 10th August with a combination of circus, drama and music by the LA FAM company, taking..
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The Lanördika company perform at the Puerto Tomás Maestre in La Manga The 55th annual Festival of Theatre, Dance and Music in San Javier continues on Tuesday 12th August with a free performance by Lanördika of “Tres Tristes Trolls”, in which..
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The disco goddess frontlines the Sal de Música festival in San Pedro this August She may be 81, and it may be 24 years since her last UK hit single crept into the charts at number 85, but Gloria Gaynor is still strutting her stuff with a series of..
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The Pearl of the Mar Menor tour illustrates the history of Santiago de la Ribera through its most important buildings This relaxed tour takes in the locality of Santiago de la Ribera on the shore of the Mar Menor and includes some of the most important..
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The tours are offered during the fiestas of the Semana Internacional de la Huerta y el Mar During the 2025 fiestas of the Semana Internacional de la Huerta y el Mar in Los Alcázares (August 14 to 23) it has been announced that two special guided..
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Mosaiko Flamenco in the Town Hall square of Los Alcázares Among the numerous events being held in Los Alcázares during the 2025 edition of the Semana Internacional de la Huerta y el Mar is this visual and musical spectacle featuring flamenco music..
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Milsa Maúrtua offers this free performance in the Plaza de España in San Javier The 55th annual Festival of Theatre, Dance and Music in San Javier continues on Wednesday 20th August with a free performance by Milsa Maúrtua of “Candelaria”..
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Partying, music and a variety of food including Full English Breakfasts as Roda honours the Virgen de los Remedios The annual fiestas of Roda in the municipality of San Javier are held every year in August in honour of the Virgen de los Remedios..
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Discover the history and most important buildings of San Javier The free “Vía Herculea" guided tour, which on this occasion is offered in Spanish, starts at 9.30 on Saturday August 23 at the San Javier Museum, where participants can learn..
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Play for a cause this summer and help raise funds for rare disease research at the VIII Isabel Gemio Foundation Tournament Registrations are now open for one of the most anticipated charity sporting events of the summer. The eighth annual golf..
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Finish off the month of August with a brisk rugby work out alongside the Mar Menor! Rugby lovers in the Mar Menor area have a chance on Saturday 30th August to show off their prowess in a beach rugby tournament organized by the Club de Rugby Squalos..
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Over 40,000 vintage and retro items on offer at the 22nd edition of the largest antiques fair in Spain The ever-popular annual Antiques Fair at the IFPEA in Torre Pacheco returns this year from September 26 to 28 as the venue takes a trips backwards..
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The image of the Virgen del Carmen is taken out to sea in a maritime Romería One of the most important days in the festive calender of the municipality of San Javier is the day of the Virgen del Carmen, during which the figurte of the patron of fishermen..
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Regular markets throughout the municipality Spanish street markets are a great way to pick up some amazing bargains and offer an enormous range of products for sale, including clothes and accessories, shoes, beauty products, household items..
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A wild natural beach next to Camping Mar Menor The Camping Mar Menor campsite is located next to the Islas del Mar Menor natural conservation area, which is listed as a Specially Protected Area of Mediterranean Importance (SPAMI) and is on the..
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The only non-maritime Romería in the Mar Menor The Romería de San Blas is held every 3rd February in Santiago de la Ribera, the main residential area of the municipality of San Javier on the shore of the Mar Menor, and is the only non-maritime..
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700 metres of well-used sandy beach with views towards Isla Grosa Playa el Galán runs between kilometres 7.2 and 6.5 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in a built-up area which contributes to its popularlity, as do the fine sand and the attractive..
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A 1.7-kilometre-long Mar Menor beach with soft golden sand Playa Lebeche is one of a series of narrow beaches fringing the central area of La Manga on the Mar Menor side and runs for 1,700 meters between kilometres 5 and 6.5 . As is typical..
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A wild natural beach next to Camping Mar Menor The Camping Mar Menor campsite is located next to the Islas del Mar Menor natural conservation area, which is listed as a Specially Protected Area of Mediterranean Importance (SPAMI) and is on the boundary..
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Local history in a nutshell at the museum in the parish church of San Francisco Javier The Museo Parroquial de San Javier is located within the parish church of San Francisco Javier and was inaugurated in 1998 following the ffirts of José Ballester..
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The Romería of San Blas takes place on 3rd February, when the figure of the saint is carried from Santiago de la Ribera to his church in the Calavera district The roots of the cult of San Blas in the municipality of San Javier date back to when..
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Discover local history at the Museo de San Javier The San Javier Museum gives interesting insights into local life, showing the history of the municipality from pre-history through to its rôle as the modern-day home of the Spanish Air Academy..
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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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Where to eat in La Manga? Get a proper British fry up for under 5 euros at La Manga Adventure Golf La Manga Adventure Golf, the popular golf course, bar and restaurant in Cabo de Palos, are still serving their famous fry ups every day of the week..
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Visit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Cálida in Murcia The Costa Cálida on Spain’s southeast coast has hundreds of the highest quality beaches in the country, if not in Europe. The Costa Cálida – which literally translates as the ‘..
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Crazy golf, giant pool croquet, outdoor skittles and plenty more for a great day out in the Mar Menor area A new addition to the sporting and leisure facilities in the Mar Menor Golf Resort is proving a great hit among children and fun-loving adults..
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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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Prior to the play attendees file through a candle-lit graveyard Each autumn the San Javier municipality is home to a magical representation of Spain’s most-performed play; Don Juan Tenorio which recounts the tale of a blustering and arrogant nobleman..
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San Javier boasts both Mar Menor and Mediterranean beaches San Javier has two distinct sections of beaches, one being in Santiago de la Ribera, close to the main centre of San Javier town, all of which are Mar Menor beaches, and the other on the opposite..
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A very popular Q for Quality beach on the Mar Menor in Santiago de la Ribera Playa de Barnuevo is one of the main beaches in Santiago de la Ribera, at the southern end of the Mar Menor coastline of San Javier and close to the airport, and is 400 metres..
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An attractive stretch of sand on the Mar Menor in Santiago de la Ribera Playa El Pescador is one of the urban beaches in Santiago de la Ribera, on the Mar Menor coastline in the municipality of San Javier, and lies between the Playa de Coló..
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A very popular Q for Quality beach on the coast of the Mar menor in Santiago de la Ribera A glorious kilometre-long stretch of soft sand, the Paya de Colón is an important beach for those with an interest in watersports, and is in the centre of..
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No smoking at this Q for Quality beach on the Mar Menor in Santiago de la Ribera Playa el Castillico is the northernmost of the main urban beaches in Santiago de la Ribera, on the coast of the Mar Menor in the municipality of San Javier, and runs..
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No beach, but a nice bathing and leisure area in Santiago de la Ribera Although this section of the San Javier coastline is named Playa del Atalayón, there´s actually nothing here in the way of a beach, but nonetheless this is a very important..
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The northern tip of La Manga del Mar Menor This area of land is as far north as it's possible to go in La Manga del Mar Menor before the land disintegrates into a series of wetlands which ultimately meet the salinas, or salt pans, of San Pedro del..
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1.5 kilometres of sandy beach at the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor The Playa la Veneziola is close to the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor, and services the residential development of the same name kilometres 18.6 and 16.4...
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1,500 metres of Mediterranean beach at the northern end of La Manga Playa del Pudrmiel is close to the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor, and services the Aldeas de Taray and Las Góndolas residential areas between kilometres 17.2 and 16..
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A vast 2.6 kilometre long, low density beach between kilometres 16.3 and 13.9 of La Manga del Mar Menor Playa Ensenada del Esparto This is a vast semi-urban beach which runs down a fairly low density area of La Manga del Mar Menor at the far..
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A long sandy Mar Menor beach on the Mar Menor coast of La Manga Playa Chica is a long, thin Mar Menor beach, located towards the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor between kilometre 16.4 and km 14.6, and although it’s 1.8 kilometres long..
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This Q for Quality beach lies in the San Javier end of La Manga del Mar Menor Playa Mistral is one of the most busiest La Manga del Mar Menor beaches, occupying an attractive proposition in a densely populated area close to the Tomás Maestre sporting..
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A 2.9-kilometre stretch of sand on the Mediterranean coast of La Manga Playa Estacio is a 2,900-metre-long semi-urban beach with an average width of 18 metres and fine, golden sand, typical of the vast beaches along the Mediterranean coastline..
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A long but little-used Mar Menor beach in La Manga Playa Matagordas is a long, thin Mar Menor beach which runs for a distance of 3.3 kilometres between kilometres 12.2 and 8.9 of La Manga del Mar Menor. In this section the road runs very..
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1.8 kilometres of broad, sandy Mediterranean beach in La Manga Playa El Arenal is a long Mediterranean coastal beach in La Manga del Mar Menor, offering 1.8 kilometres of unbroken sand, and averaging 18 metres in width. It runs between kilometres..
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A 450-metre-long Mar Menor beach half way along La Manga Playa las Antillas is a Mar Menor beach located within a curving bay between two rocky headlands known as Punta del Pedrucho and Punta Pedruchillo. This area lies between kilometres..
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A 500-metre stretch of sand on the shore of the Mar Menor Playa El Pedruchillo occupies a sweeping curve just south of Punta el Pedruchillo, a rocky outcrop looking out towards Isla Grosa, about half way along La Manga del Menor between kilometre..
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3 kilometres of open, sandy Mediterranean beach in La Manga Playa Pedrucho is a vast Mediterranean coastal beach, offering 3 kilometres of unbroken sand, and averaging 18 metres in width, and should not be confused with Playa de Pedruchillo, which..
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900 metres of Mar Menor beach in the central part of La Manga Playa de Poniente runs between kilometres 7.2 and 8.1 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in an area where the land has widened out sufficiently to permit the construction of substantial..
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700-metres of well used sandy beach with views towards Isla Grosa Playa el Galán runs between kilometres 7.2 and 6.5 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in a heavily built area which contributes to its popularlity, as does the fine sand and the..
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A 1.7-kilometre-long Mar Menor beach with soft golden sand Playa Lebeche is one of a series of narrow beaches fringing the central area of La Manga on the Mar Menor side and runs for 1,700 meters between kilometres 5 and 6.5 . As is typical..
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A 1400-metre Mediterranean beach with soft golden sand Playa Banco del Tabal is one of a series of glorious wide, open Mediterranean beaches which run down the Mediterranean coastal side of La Manga del Mar Menor, is 1400 meters long and 15..
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800 metres of sand between Isla Grosa and the Dos Mares marina in La Manga Playa Alíseos runs between kilometres 4.2 and 5 of La Manga del Mar Menor, in a heavily built area with construction on both sides, and although the sand is relatively..
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Half a kilometre of sand near the Dos Mares marina in La Manga Playa La Isla runs for half a kilometre along the internal coastline of the Mar Menor and is the sourhernmost La Manga beach in the municipality of San Javier. It runs between kilometres..
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For some time, the town halls have been cracking down on wild camping in the Mar Menor area. Thanks to a tighter policy, it’s no longer so easy to find yourself a nice spot, pull over and ‘drop anchor’ as the local authorities are being more..
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An interesting geological walk in El Carmolí with spectacular views over the Mar Menor The volcanic plug of El Carmolí, which rises to an altitude of 113 metres above sea level, is one of a series of 7-million-year-old andesite plugs which include..
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Shipwrecks and the marine reserve at the Cabo de Palos visitors’ centre The “Centro de Interpretación” in Cabo de Palos is on the western side of the marina just a few metres from the church, and includes a series of displays concerning..
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See the beautiful Mar Menor from the skies This beautiful video was filmed by Alvaro München and shows more graphically than words are capable of doing just what a glorious place the Mar Menor is. Enjoy, its a beautiful reminder of why so many..
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A circular geological route in the Cartagena countryside Sendero Circular Cabezo de la Fuente: Length: 8 km Difficulty: medium Start point: Las Cobaticas information centre The Calblanque regional park (Parque Regional de Calblanque..
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This pleasant walk in Calblanque is of considerable interest to geologists Distance: 4km, one way Start point: Cala Reona Difficulty level: medium This 4-kilometre route, which begins in Cala Reona and ends at the Salinas del Rasall in..
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Baños de Lodo, San Pedro del Pinatar Las Charcas, San Pedro del Pinatar Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, The water is only 7 metres deep at its lowest point, and is edged with kilometre after..
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Cartagena Romans swore by these mud beauty treatments Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, and is a mecca for sportspeople, the unique conditions creating perfect sailing winds, the enclosed waters..
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Where to go Mar Menor, walk up to the lighthouse at Cabo de Palos or enjoy an ice cream in the busy marina Cabo de Palos is a small peninsula which juts out into the Mediterranean sea, on one side stretching out along unspoilt coastline towards..
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Early 20th century defence fortifications around the port of Cartagena Due to its sheltered natural harnour and the valuable mineral deposits nearby, Cartagena has always been an important port and strategical location and the doorway..
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