Old Minefields in Portman (Cartagena – Spain)
The Hidden History of Gypsum Mining in Murcia
Discover the hidden history of ancient gypsum mining kilns in El Valle Regional Park, Murcia. A perfect guide for history-loving hikers.

Old Minefields in Portman (Cartagena – Spain)
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Discover the hidden history of ancient gypsum mining kilns in El Valle Regional Park, Murcia. A perfect guide for history-loving hikers.
Close to the city of Murcia, the depths of the El Valle y Carrascoy Regional Park safeguard an invaluable historical heritage.
Southeastern Spain is a paradise for nature lovers, but you do not need to be a hardcore ornithologist to appreciate the incredible avian life here. Among the many species fluttering through the Region of Murcia, the Western Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis) stands out as a true icon of adaptability.