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La Manga Del Mar Menor
La Manga Del Mar Menor is situated in the Province of Murcia in a coastal area with more days of sunshine than any other mainland areas with water temperatures higher than average. As a result it has become known as the "Costa Calida" - the "Warm Coast". It is a strip of sand, approx. 22kms. long, which forms a barrier and encloses the "Mar Menor" (Minor Sea) and separates it from the "Mar Mayor" (the Mediterranean). At it's narrowest parts it is only 100 metres wide and the maximum width is 1.5km.
There are four canals along the length of La Manga which allow the water to flow from one sea to the other and at the two extremes of the strip there are two protected natural spaces - at the northern end is the "Parque Regional de las Salinas (salt flats) y Arenales de San Pedro, and to the south are more salt flats known as "Las Salinas de Marchamalo y Las Amoladeras". There are over 44km. of beaches, narrower but with protected bays and coves on the side of the Mar Menor, and longer, wider expanses of pure golden sand fronting the Mediterranean. Considering the vast effort needed to keep them clean, we are proud to say that many can boast the "Blue Flag" - awarded in accordance with the regulations laid down by the European Community.
The Mar Menor
The shallow waters of the Mar Menor mean that there are no tides making it ideal for all types of water sports. If was the first area in Spain to become known as an "Estacion Nautica" (Nautic Resort). This has promoted tourism during the out-of-season months especially in the field of water sports.
It is the largest salt water lake in Europe with a total area of 60 square miles! The average depth is 3.5 meters and a maximum of 6.5 meters. Because of these shallow waters and the consistant good weather the temperature of the Mar Menor is very warm some people say it is like having a warm bath. The waters are scientifically recognised as being therapeutic in the the treatment of rhematism and many other ailments. In certain parts there is a "black mud" which can be scooped from the sea bed to relieve pain or to improve skin.
Playa Honda
Playa Honda is a small village approx 1km from the start of La Manga strip and 2 km from the famous La Manga Golf. The nearest large towns are Murcia and Cartegena which have a multitude of shops and places of interest. Playa Honda itself has a well stocked supermarket and several restaurants. It is located south of the Mar menor in the province of Murcia.