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Mar Menor
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Mar Menor
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A large, shallow lagoon with plenty of beaches (and quite a few buildings), northeast of Cartagena. It’s one of Europe’s most popular spots for water sports.
Overview of Mar Menor
It’s a large, shallow lagoon separated from the sea by a sandbar called La Manga, with plenty of beaches and quite a few buildings, northeast of Cartagena. It’s one of Europe’s most popular spots for water sports.
Key facts
- Type of place: lake.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Features:
- Area: 135 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
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