Valencia to Gibraltar Day 9: Murcia to Cartagena 20230613_172203

Valencia to Gibraltar Day 9: Murcia to Cartagena

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June 18th 2023
Since our bus didn't leave until after 1pm, we got up late as usual, packed up, and headed to the bus station. After a fairly scenic ride, we arrived in Cartagena, and although we had directions, with the twisting streets and some uphills, we asked how to get to the tourism office. A kind gentleman not only pointed us in the right direction, he led us there. When we talked to the person in the tou ... read more

Europe » Spain » Region of Murcia » Cartagena

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more