Cartagena, located in the southeast of the Region of Murcia, is a city with a population of 220,000. Arising by one of the Mediterranean's most important natural ports, it has been a cradle of civilizations. Founded by the Carthaginians, it was known as "Little Rome" in ancient times, whose essence is still very alive today in the form of an impressive archaeological legacy. The city's rich set of historical sites and monuments evidence its military and modernist past. And, with a highly varied coastline and nature areas, from long sandy beaches to marine reserves, the destination offers one countless things to do.
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The city is equipped with sufficient infrastructure to host conventions, its centerpiece being the Batel Auditorium and Convention Center, a modern building with capacity for 2,000 people, located in the matchless setting of the Port of Cartagena. Accommodations include a wide range of hotels in the city center, and resorts with convenient transport links to the city. Moreover, Murcia's cultural and heritage offerings allow one to enjoy recreational and cultural activities in their leisure time, visiting monuments such as the Roman Theater and its Museum, the Roman Forum, the Punic Wall, and ARQUA, National Museum that houses the impressive treasure recovered from the sunken frigate Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes. All this is complemented by the cuisine and nautical activities offered by the Cartagena coast and its beaches, unique in that they encompass both the Mediterranean Sea and the Mar Menor. Today Cartagena is an accessible, innovative city that values its past but looks to the future, a destination in which to enjoy unique experiences full of light, flavor and culture, and representing one of the most innovative and appealing destinations in the MICE sector.
