Campo de Cartagena facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Campo de Cartagena
Natural region
View of the Campo de Cartagena plain from the Collado Roldán.
Location of the Campo de Cartagena in the Region of Murcia
Country	Spain
Elevation	10 m (30 ft)

The Campo de Cartagena is a special natural region in the Region of Murcia, Spain. It is also known as the Comarca de Cartagena. This area is a flat plain in southeastern Spain. It stretches from the Sierra de Carrascoy mountains to the Mediterranean Sea.

Its main city is Cartagena. This city has a very important Naval Base for the Spanish Navy. The Campo de Cartagena is home to about 398,000 people (as of 2020). It covers an area of 1,481.8 square kilometers. It is a big center for tourism, culture, and industry.

This region also has many beautiful natural areas. More than 18,500 hectares are protected. These include places like the Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila Natural Park. Other protected spots are the Sierra de la Muela, Cabo Tiñoso and Roldán Natural Park. The Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar are also protected. Many islands and islets along the Mediterranean coast are part of this protected zone. The Mar Menor lagoon is a very important natural feature here. There are also marine reserves like Cabo de Palos e Islas Hormigas.

Towns and Cities

The Campo de Cartagena region includes eight main towns and cities. Here is a list of them with their populations:

History of the Region

The Campo de Cartagena has a very long and interesting history. You can find many old buildings, museums, and archaeological sites here. The city of Cartagena itself is full of historical treasures. Its port has been important for over 3,000 years. You can also visit the ancient Roman theatre in Cartagena.

In 1873, there was a historical event called the Cantonal Revolution. People in Cartagena tried to create their own independent area. This movement spread to other regions. For several months, Cartagena was under attack by troops trying to bring order back.

Natural Wonders

The Campo de Cartagena is famous for its unique natural places.

Mar Menor Lagoon

The Mar Menor is a large saltwater lagoon. It is separated from the Mediterranean Sea by a narrow strip of land called La Manga del Mar Menor. This lagoon is a special place for wildlife and water sports.

Protected Areas

The region has many protected natural parks and reserves. These areas help to protect different plants and animals. They are great places for hiking and enjoying nature. Some of these include:

• Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila Natural Park
• Sierra de la Muela, Cabo Tiñoso and Roldán Natural Park
• Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar (Salt Flats and Sand Dunes)
• Islas e Islotes del Litoral Mediterráneo (Islands and Islets of the Mediterranean Shore)

Images for kids

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  Typical windmill from Campo de Cartagena

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  La Manga del Mar Menor is a 21km seaside spit separating the Mar Menor (right) from the Mediterranean (left)

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  Natural protected zones in Campo de Cartagena

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  Cartagena's port, a major port in the Iberian Peninsula, for more than 3000 years

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  Roman theatre of Cartagena

See also

In Spanish: Campo de Cartagena para niños

• Comarcas of Spain
• Sierra minera de Cartagena-La Unión
• Mar Menor
• El Carmolí