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According to data provided by the Foundation of the Roman Theatre, which today held a meeting on Thursday at the Museum, so far this year, there have been over 91,000 visitors, remaining the most visited museum in the region and one of the most visited national

The mayor, Pilar Barreiro, Thursday chaired a meeting of the Foundation of the Roman Theatre, which has benefited from the presence of the Minister of Education, Culture and Universities, Pedro Antonio Sánchez, and in which, among other issues, have been addressed the number of visitors who have passed through the Museum which houses one of the key sites of the city.

So far in 2014 (until 27 July), the Roman Theatre in Cartagena and its museum has been visited by over 91,000 visitors. This means that, since its opening on July 11, 2008, have passed near 856 593 people by the monument, which keeps him as the most visited museum in the Region of Murcia and one of the most visited nationwide.

According unveiled the Mayor, on this summer, that is, t he months of June and July, the figures are spectacular, with an increase in visitor numbers by 15 per cent over the same period last year and of these visitors, 61 percent are foreigners, who represents 10 percent more than in 2013. And that cruises today do not count, added Barreiro, but the truth is that the curve of visitors to the Theatre Romano is rising, and is the element that gives flip to heritage tourism in the city.

In order, UK 54%, U.S. 9%, Russia with 6%, and Germany and France with 5% each, are the main countries of origin of tourists who have visited this summer Theatre Romano.

As for national sources are: Madrid 34%, 17% Valencia, Andalusia 11%, and 5% of Catalonia.

ROMAN THEATER TVE

The Minister of Education, Culture and Universities, Pedro Antonio Sánchez, announced today the approval at the meeting of the Foundation of the collaboration agreement for the development DIGIVISION producer of a documentary on Roman engineering including the Roman Theatre in Cartagena.

He co-produced by TVE and with the collaboration of the Integra Foundation, will air in prime time nationally on Spanish TV channels, and around the world through its International Channel.

For the director, is a unique opportunity to meet one of our great heritage and jewelry, in turn, disseminate and promote the city to all corners of the world.

Source: Ayuntamiento de Cartagena