Cartagena was originally known as Mastia, after its first settlers, the Iberian Mastieni tribe in BC 1234. It is Spain’s second oldest city and is home to the Spanish naval fleet. Rich in history, architectural beauty, museums, night life and cosmopolitan shopping areas, Cartagena was also the home of the inventor of the submarine, Isaac Peral.

Cultural Attractions

• Port
• Old City
• Roman Amphitheatre
• Casino (Social Club)
• Ayuntamiento (Town Hall)
• Underwater Archaeology Museum
• Mining Museum

Interesting Fact
In 218 AD Hannibal and his elephants left Cartagena to begin their historic journey over the Alps into Italy.