Cartagena: Spain’s Hidden Jewel on the Mediterranean Murcia Travel Press Where marble streets meet the sea and every hill holds a story, Cartagena is a city that refuses to fade. Once a Carthaginian stronghold, then Rome’s prized harbour, and later Spain’s naval heart, this sun-lit port has survived empire after empire with quiet grace. This guide explores Cartagena’s layered past and present — from Roman theatres and Moorish walls to modernismo mansions and café-lined plazas. You’ll find practical tips, local insight, and the kind of historical colour that turns a visit into an experience. Whether you’re arriving by cruise ship, road, or rail, Cartagena: Spain’s Hidden Jewel on the Mediterranean helps you see beyond the postcard — to the light, the stories, and the soul that make this city unforgettable.