Cities
CARTAGENA
Cartagena is an ancient city steepe
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d in history. It was founded by The Carthaginians in 223BC as Quart Hadas, and was the port at which Hannibal landed in 218BC to march north on Rome with 32,000 infantry, 8000 cavalry and 37 elephants. In 209BC it was re-conquered by The Romans who renamed it Carthago Nova. A week-long festival is held every year in September to commemorate this event…its a huge spectacle not to be missed!!
For visitors a good place to start is at the 
beginning of the newly paved Rambla at Calle del Carmen in the historic quarter continuing on Calle Mayor – a straight route to the port. It is full of interest with fabulous old buildings, shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants. There are signposted detours along the way if you want to explore more historical attractions and museums. As you reach the port you enter The Plaza Ayuntamiento and the magnificently restored baroque Town Hall. Restaurants on the newly renovated marina are a great place for lunch.
