2 activitati in Costa Blanca, SPAIN

Explore a world of ancient splendour as you spend 30 minutes touring the House of Fortune in Spain's Cartagena. An enriching experience unlike any other, be transported to a time long ago, as you make your way through the remains of a complete Roman dwelling. construction of this habitat dates back to the end of the 1st century BC, coinciding with an important process of urban renovation. Belonging to a wealthy family of ancient times, this home offers a panoramic snapshot of domestic life in the Roman period. Visit the various rooms and get a feel for how life was lived in these distant times of the city. With a meeting room, bedrooms, an atrium, and the triclinium where banquets were held, imagine the family that once called the House of Fortune their home. Gaze upon the many artefacts unearthed in the dwelling as you walk by each display case. Ponder the items that were found here, such as a bust, crockery, paintings, pottery, coins, decorative personal effects, lamps and weights, all providing a unique clue to the mysteries of the past and offering insight into the customs and culture of the period. In the House of Fortune, you'll witness first-hand scenes of day-to-day life in the Roman world. Sure to impress you and leave you in awe, this tour of the House of Fortune in Cartagena, will allow you to explore a captivating time period of the history of this great city.

Transport yourself back in time as you explore an ancient past with a trip to the Punic Wall in Cartagena, Spain. Situated at the entrance to the city, it is one of the scarce Punic findings located on the Iberian Peninsula. Explore the mysteries of this people and culture of long ago on this 45 minute tour. Beneath the brilliant Spanish sunshine and bright blue sky, come take in the Transport yourself back in time as you explore an ancient past with a trip to the Punic Wall in Cartagena, Spain. Situated at the entrance to the city, it is one of the scarce Punic findings located on the Iberian Peninsula. Explore the mysteries of this people and culture of long ago on this 45 minute tour. Beneath the brilliant Spanish sunshine and bright blue sky, come take in the impressive sight of the ancient Punic Wall. An archaeological site dating to the III century B.C., the remains discovered and uncovered are 30 meters long and some portions, three meters high. With both size and stature, it surely represents the first defensive wall of Cartagena, built by the Carthaginians. Ponder this time in ancient history as you view a glimpse of a distant past. Together with the wall, visit the remains of the funeral crypt belonging to the hermitage of Saint Joseph, built during the XVI and XVII centuries. Within its plastered walls, see the paintings of the death dance which form the pictorial program of the crypt. These paintings offer insight into a macabre past, and served both a moral and educational function in their time. Remarkable in its imposing scale, allow the picturesque historic scenery come to life as you imagine this world of long ago. Experience this world first-hand with a trip to the Punic Wall and crypt of Cartagena. Enjoy learning and exploring the remnants of a unique and fascinating culture. Duration: 45 minutes. Start/opening time: High Season, 1st July – 15th September, Monday to Sunday from 10am to 8pm. Mid-Season, 31st March – 30th June, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm. Easter, Monday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm. 16th September – 4th November, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm. Low Season, 5th November – 30th March, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5.30pm.