Molinete Roman Forum, Cartagena, Spain

The Roman Forum Museum of Molinete stands as the entrance to one of the largest urban archaeological parks in Spain. Throughout its various halls, where a careful selection of pieces is exhibited, you will be able to learn about the long history of Cerro del Molinete from today back to the old Carthago Nova.

The visit concludes with a tour of important remains of the glorious Roman era that invite you to stroll through them: the Curia or local senate with its richly decorated marble pavement; the Colonial Forum, the city’s neuralgic centre, the distribution of which symbolised at various levels the hierarchy between the divine and the human; the Sanctuary of Isis where the mystery cults of the Egyptian gods were celebrated; the old roads with cart tracks; the port’s thermal baths and in particular its magnificent entrance portico with its original flooring; and to finish the Atrium Building, with its high walls and pictorial decorations that transport you to the great banquets of the Roman Empire.

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Martine B. (11 months ago)
Really interesting place. I recommend getting the headphones for information.

Vicki Shapiro (2 years ago)
One of the most interesting, recent archaeological exhibit, a Roman forum found recently and beautifully excavated. This is a very unique experience.

Vadim Solodukhin (2 years ago)
An eye candy for the lovers of Roman archeology. Roman Curia, temple of Isis, Atrium and thermae where you can clearly see how the Roman baths worked (and the parts they consisted of.) Carefully preserved mosaic and elements of colorful wall decorations. Totally worth the money and time spent. Also don't miss the free archeological park up the hill.

GARY RUSSELL (3 years ago)
Great visit very interesting, and everything is well presented and the staff were very friendly and helpful

Viktor Sytarchuk (3 years ago)
Visited Cartagena a few times, but never went to this museum before. And during our last trip we decided to finally spend some time in this museum. We saw great peace of history, part of original roman road and building. Learned some more about their advanced skills to that time. Thank you!

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