Punic wall

The Centre of interpretation of the Punic Wall supposes the recovery of the remains of the ancient Carthaginian wall (III century B.C.) situated at the entrance of the city, and is one of the scarce punic findings located in the Iberian peninsula. The remains discovered are 30 metres long and some parts are conserved courses of blocks about 3 metres high. Together with the wall one can visit the remains of a funeral crypt belonging to the hermitage of Saint Joseph, built during the XVI and XVII centuries. In its plastered walls there can still be seen the paintings of the death dance which formed the pictorial programme of the crypt, paintings with a moral and educational function. Both remains are found interlocked in one of the five hills which surround Cartagena, on the side of Mount Aletes, the actual hill of Saint Joseph, exactly where the isthmus of the ancient peninsula of the city was located.

C/ San Diego, 25

For schedules visit www.cartagenapuertodeculturas.com

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? Check on the arrival to center, the option of the guided tour

Are there restrooms available? Yes

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? Yes

Punic wall

Appropriate age for child ticket from 4 to 12 years