Los Nietos, Cartagena facts for kids
Los Nietos is a small fishing village in Spain. It's located on the Mar Menor, which is a large saltwater lagoon. Long ago, Los Nietos was just a tiny fishing spot. Over time, it grew into a popular place for holiday homes. Today, it's a lively community, especially in summer, with many visitors. Lots of people from other countries, mainly the British, also live there. The village is the last stop on the train line that connects it to Cartagena.
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The Mar Menor Lagoon
The Mar Menor is a huge saltwater lagoon. It has a coastline of about 73 kilometers (45 miles). Its waters are clear and shallow, reaching a maximum depth of 7 meters (23 feet). This lagoon covers an area of 170 square kilometers (65 square miles). This makes it the largest saltwater lake in Europe! The average temperature here is around 17 °C (63 °F) each year. Winters are mild, with temperatures usually staying above 10 °C (50 °F).
Nearby Places to Explore
There are several interesting places close to Los Nietos.
La Manga del Mar Menor
La Manga del Mar Menor is a unique strip of land. It lies between two seas: the Mediterranean Sea and the Mar Menor. This strip is narrow, sometimes only 300 meters (984 feet) wide. It stretches for 21 kilometers (13 miles). La Manga has over 40 kilometers (25 miles) of sandy beaches. You can also find hotels and a casino there. It's also close to the airport and the old city of Cartagena.
Los Alcázares
Los Alcazares is an old fishing village. It has 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) of beaches. These beaches stretch from Los Narejos to Punta Brava. It's easy to get to Los Alcázares and other nearby towns by public transport.
Santiago de la Ribera
Santiago de la Ribera started as a small settlement in 1888. It grew around a small church. This church was named after Saint Santiago. A knight named Friar Jose Maria Barnuevo Rodrigo de Villamayor founded it. He was part of the Military Order of Santiago. That's why the town was named Santiago de la Ribera.
Cabo de Palos
Cabo de Palos is a bay on the Mediterranean side of La Manga. It's built on a volcanic rock formation along the coast. Fishing has always been an important way of life here. Even though it has become more modern, fishing is still a key activity for the people living there.
Other Coastal Villages
Along the coastline, you'll find several other small villages and hamlets. These include Playa Honda, Mar de Cristal, Islas Menores, Los Urrutias, and Punta Brava. Each of these places offers its own charm and connection to the sea.
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