A Blue Flag beach in the western outskirts of Puerto de Mazarrón The Playa de Nares is an urban Mediterranean beach, one of the 33 which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarr..
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From ancient to modern, from naval history to Roman architecture, Cartagena boasts a rich history on display in its museums! The city of Cartagena is steeped in so much history that if you’re interested..
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Emerging music talent on display at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena on the seafront in Águilas A series of four concerts by youth orchestras from southern Spain is being held in Águilas between..
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Cartagena Spain, El Museo Militar The Military museum, Cartagena Spain Anyone with an interest in military history or weaponry could lose themselves in this museum for days, as it is absolutely..
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Watersports in the Puerto de Mazarrón, El Alamillo beach Costa Cálida Nora Nautic are based on the El Alamillo beach in the Puerto de Mazarrón for the summer months and hire out motorised boats..
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The rewards scheme in Lorca represents a boost for both tourist accommodation businesses and visitors! The latest figures for tourism relating to 2025 in the city and municipality of Lorca show that..
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Explore the Senderos Azules hiking routes of the Murcia coast and countryside In the south-eastern corner of Spain the attractions of a day out enjoying Nature are more varied than many people realize..
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800 metres of sand between Isla Grosa and the Dos Mares marina in La Manga Playa Alíseos runs between kilometres 4.2 and 5 of La Manga del Mar Menor, in a heavily built area with construction..
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Sheila’s Lending Library open Tuesdays between 10am and 1pm Sheila’s Lending Library The Lending Library has been set up in her garage area by Sheila Jones and all the books are displayed on shelving..
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A 16-kilometre hike in Alhama which climbs from 200 m above sea level to almost the height of Ben Nevis! The latest hiking route to be fully signposted and included in the regional register of Murcia..
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English-speakers and foreigners in Spain love listening to TKO Radio talk and music radio station in the car and at home! Due to its sizeable foreign population, southern Spain has radio that is..
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The climate makes Murcia a perfect winter destination for lovers of the great outdoors including golfers, divers, water sports, rambling and cycling The Region of Murcia is far from being just a summer..
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One stage of 7,560-km route which runs from Cádiz to Cyprus ends in Águilas and the next sets out for Puerto de Mazarrón The Region of Murcia has long been a preferred destination for cycling holidays..
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270 images by 66 photographers at 14 points in the busy streets of Cartagena Images taken by 66 photographers have been placed on display around the centre of Cartagena, where they will remain in public..
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This vast 1800 metre long sandy beach is the second in a run of the three Barco Perdido beaches The Playa del Barco Perdido lies in the southernmost stretch of sand on the Mediterranean shore of La..
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Minigolf, leisure entertainment, bargain meal and minigolf packages; as seen on A New Life in the Sun with Snooker, pool, darts and table tennis with a spacious bar lounge and outdoor terrace seating..
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The market forms part of the Fiestas of San José on the Paseo del Rihuete in Puerto de Mazarrón As part of the fiestas of San José in Puerto de Mazarrón a maritime market is being held on the Paseo..
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This is opposite the Los Alcázares Burguete Air Base This interesting museum is located in a distinctive 1930s building, opposite the historical airbase in Los Alcázares. The museum opened in..
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Where to go to create slightly different memories of a trip to the Costa Cálida! Most visitors know about 3 or 4 of the most popular tourist attractions and beauty spots in the Region of Murcia..
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Museo y Centro de Difusión del Esparto Esparto grass was one of the pillars of the local economy in Águilas for centuries. A new museum opened in Águilas during December 2019 focusing on..
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A small museum, great views and an insight into the military history of the port of Cartagena For millennia Cartagena has been a safe haven for sailors on account of its natural protected harbour..
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Some of the most spectacular scenery in Murcia is hidden just below the surface of the Mediterranean! The Region of Murcia is well known for its warm climate and beautiful coastline, but hidden just..
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El Calvario de La Pinilla La Pinilla is a hamlet located midway between Las Palas and the main road between Mazarrón and Alhama de Murcia, and although nowadays it is a sleepy little village it..
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Active tourism blends seamlessly with winding down by the pool in this hidden bay on the coastline of Cartagena El Portús is one of those places it’s easy to miss on a visit to the coast of the..
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Tourism in and around Cartagena is more than Roman architecture and spectacular beaches! The city and municipality of Cartagena is blessed with several major tourist attractions including the magnificent..
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A large, sandy, fully serviced "no smoking" beach in the town of Puerto de Mazarrón Blue Flag and Q for Quality at this 600-metre-long sandy beach Playa Rihuete is an urban Mediterranean..
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This is the fourth in a run of designated nudist beaches in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities of Cartagena..
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The Region of Murcia is home to a spooky array of places that promise to delight lovers of legend, mystery and the paranormal Halloween is here, and whilst the Region of Murcia is renowned for..
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A look behind the scenes of the Easter Week celebrations in Alhama de Murcia This free guided tour in Alhama de Murcia takes participants inside the world and the history of the Semana Santa (Easter..
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Great places to watch the sun go down in the Costa Cálida In the promotion of Murcia’s gastronomy the Region has been advertised as “The Region of 1,001 Tastes”, but it would be equally..
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This is one of four museums dedicated to the embroideries of the Semana Santa processions in Lorca The Museo de Bordados del Paso Encarnado, often known by the acronym MuPaEn, is one of four museums..
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Playa Grande-Castellar, a kilometre of sandy beach between Puerto de Mazarrón and Bolnuevo The Playa del Castellar is a vast semi-urban Mediterranean beach, one of the 33 which are to be found along..
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Paintings by Leonor Chuecos and local art students at the El Pósito venue in Alhama “PULSO. Arte para sanar” is an exhibition of paintings with an altruistic vein, bringing together work by Leonor..
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Museo Arqueológico Municipal Enrique Escudero de Castro in Cartagena The archaeological museum of Cartagena is a fascinating place to visit in itself, having been built around the archaeological site..
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A range of mountain and beach activities in Murcia designed to reduce stress and anxiety levels The Costa Cálida and the Region of Murcia are probably best-known to visitors for the climate, the beaches..
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Football pitches, BMX biking and the outdoor swimming pool are located between Mazarrón and Puerto de Mazarrón The municipal sports complex of Mazarrón was opened in 2013 alongside the main road..
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One of three dog friendly beaches in Mazarrón Playa Gachero is a semi-urban Mediterranean beach at the eastern end of the 35-kilometre Mazarrón coastline, close to the boundary with Cartagena...
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Emerging music talent on display at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena on the seafront in Águilas A series of four concerts by youth orchestras from southern Spain is being held in Águilas between..
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Fun, sport and nature at this unusual event on the largest beach of Mazarrón During the month of March this unusual “Crazy Run” attraction is available at the main beach of Bolnuevo in the municipality..
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Over the weekend of May 18 museums all over Murcia will be opening their doors to the public free of charge Every year, International Museums Day is celebrated throughout the world, with thousands..
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La Bastida is an important Argaric settlement La Bastida is an important Argaric settlement in Totana and is frequently open for guided visits at weekends, with the times varying according to the time..
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Over a kilometre of sandy Mediterranean beach in La Manga del Mar Menor The Playa Galúa on the Mediterranean shore of La Manga del Mar Menor is one of the most characteristic of the beaches on..
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A 14-kilometre route in Lorca which reaches 1,100 metres above sea level This 4-hour walking route is based in the village of Coy, one of the furthest north in the huge municipality of Lorca, about..
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The northern tip of La Manga del Mar Menor This area of land is as far north as it's possible to go in La Manga del Mar Menor before the land disintegrates into a series of wetlands which ultimately..
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Rent your pet its very own private pet-friendly villa complete with 24-hour 1-to-1 care and attention close to Corvera airport Mountain View Kennels and Cattery are now offering a private villa..
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15- and 11-kilometre routes with food and drink provided in the beautiful Ricote valley! This 18th edition of the Region of Murcia hiking day is a complete experience for lovers of the great outdoors..
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Early 20th century defence fortifications around the port of Cartagena Due to its sheltered natural harnour and the valuable mineral deposits nearby, Cartagena has always been an important..
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Local history in a nutshell at the museum in the parish church of San Francisco Javier The Museo Parroquial de San Javier is located within the parish church of San Francisco Javier and was inaugurated..
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The village is a hub for rural tourism in the mountains of Alhama de Murcia This tour of the village of El Berro, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits..
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Enjoy a stroll on and around the volcanic plug of El Carmolí which looks out over the Mar Menor The small village of El Carmolí is a quiet place, fairly well off the beaten track considering its..
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Enjoy a true bird’s eye view of the Costa Cálida as you sample these adventure tourism offers Source: ITREM regional tourist board From time to time it’s always good to look at things from..
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Holy Mass at Saint Joseph’s Parish, Puerto de Mazarrón Everyone is welcome to join. From June 19 2022, the religious feast day of Corpus Christi, every Sunday at 4.30pm Holy Mass will be celebrated..
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A seafront tour with a difference sheds light on the history of the coastline of Murcia The Faro del Estacio in La Manga del Mar Menor For millennia lighthouses have stood as guardians of the..
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Guided, multi-lingual day trips, wine tastings and coastal adventures that reveal the authentic charm of the Region See Murcia through fresh eyes with Raquel Tours, where every journey reveals..
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A rare stretch of undeveloped Mediterranean coastline with a backdrop of spectacular cliffs and mountain scenery The area of the municipality of Águilas which runs north along the coastline from the..
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Hotel, rural accommodation and campsite stays at half price throughout Murcia! The regional government has once again launched its annual Bono Turístico scheme, which consists of 50% discounts offered..
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A 1400-metre Mediterranean beach with soft golden sand Playa Banco del Tabal is one of a series of glorious wide, open Mediterranean beaches which run down the Mediterranean coastal side of La..
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Exhibitions displaying the most extravagant Carnival costumes are housed at the Casa de la Cultura in Águilas, Murcia A new museum dedicated to the famous Águilas Carnival opened on August..
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Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no..
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World Hippopotamus Day shines a spotlight on one of nature’s most fascinating giants World Hippopotamus Day, marked every year on Saturday February 15, is a chance to celebrate one of Africa’s..
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Magnificent views over the countryside in the north of the municipality of Lorca The Town Hall of Lorca has unveiled a new and spectacular fully signposted walking route in the north of the vast municipality..
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Recommended excursions for groups or individuals La Unión lies within the Comarca del Mar Menor and is completely enclosed by the Cartagena municipality, so is an easy drive for anyone staying within..
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The Mazarron-based tour operator has announced a packed spring programme of day trips, festivals and mini-breaks across southern Spain After a busy start to the year, Taquilla Tickets has unveiled..
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Hacienda del Álamo Sports facilities Sports centre The Hacienda Sports centre is located between the main entrance and the golf clubhouse and offers a number of sporting facilities, bringing activities..
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Plenty of desert course opportunities for golfers in the area around Águilas The town of Águilas in the south-west of the Region of Murcia is usually associated first and foremost with the spectacular..
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The CiuFRONT is housed in the old church of Santa María la Mayor in Lorca The church of Santa María La Mayor The church of Santa María la Mayor in Lorca is one of the oldest still standing in..
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The Museo Aeronáutico Tiflológico in Santiago de la Ribera is fully adapted for the visually impaired The “Museo Aeronáutico Tiflológico” on the Explanada Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera..
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A small cove in the Cañadas de Gallego section of the Mazarrón coastline Lying almost at the south-westernmost extreme of the 35-kilometre Mazarrón coastline, Playa de las Minas is tucked away..
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Nostalgia and humour at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca Inma Rufete and Eva Torres star in this Spanish-language drama, directed by Alfredo Zamora, which concerns two sisters, Ana and Laura..
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Discover all the camping areas and caravan parks in Murcia! Camping and motorhome vacations are a more popular – and often cheaper – way to travel. Spain’s Murcia Region has nearly thirty..
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Musical entertainment for all the family at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca The latest offering from the Orquesta Sinfónica de Lorca is a concert on Sunday 15th March in which the programme..
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The best-known of several windmills in San Pedro del Pinatar Windmills are a typical feature of the Mar Menor and ithe nland area of the Campo de Cartagena and in the past hey carried out a wide variety..
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The MURAM in Cartagena is the Region of Murcia's most important modern art museum This museum is housed in the Palacio Aguirre, one of the most architecturally important buildings of Cartagenas..
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A Blue Flag semi-urban beach popular with windsurfers and anglers in Mazarrón This semi-urban beach is towards the eastern end of the Mazarrón, and at a length of 600 metres is one of the most..
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One of a series of nudist beaches on the rocky coastline between Mazarrón and Cañada de Gallego One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between..
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An important sporting beach on La Manga del Mar Menor The Darsena de Dos Mares is a very important little sporting beach for all those who enjoy kitesurfing, windsurfing, dinghy sailing and stand-up..
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Águilas begins its annual explosion of Carnival colour and partying! Temperatures are still relatively cool at this time of year even in the Region of Murcia, and as February begins the weather..
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A great area area for walking with several wild and picturesque beaches 1,882 hectares of land in Calblanque have been a protected nature reserve since 1987 in recognition of the fact that the..
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El Centro de interpretación de la Mina las Matildes, La Unión The La Unión area has been exploited for its mineral wealth for more than 2000 years, feeding the growth of Cartagena and leaving..
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Where to go in Cartagena: the Roman Theatre Museum or Museo Teatro Romano The Roman Theatre Museum is in many ways the jewel in the crown of Cartagena. It is the most visited museum in the whole..
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Crazy golf, giant pool croquet, outdoor skittles and plenty more for a great day out in the Mar Menor area A new addition to the sporting and leisure facilities in the Mar Menor Golf Resort is proving..
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Learn more about the most popular liqueur in Spain on a guided tour of the factory and museum The tour includes tastings and a chance to pick up a great gift pack. The Licor 43 Experience offers..
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Unleash your inner astronomer at the brand new Yurt Village in the Campo de Cartagena Discover a heavenly escape nestled in the picturesque countryside of Campo de Cartagena – Finca Astronomica..
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Centro de Visitantes Ricardo Codorníu A central information point for visitors to Sierra Espuña It can almost be said that Sierra Espuña was created in 1889, the inspiration of one man, Ricardo..
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A visual trip to northern Spain at the Casa de la Cultura in Alhama Photographer Alejandro Serrano and painter Diego Valero have compiled this exhibition entitled “Ipar” at the Casa de la Cultura..
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An eco-friendly walking and cycling route encompassing the three main bays of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association..
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Fascinating artistic tributes at the Huerto Ruano venue in Lorca Lorca is currently paying tribute to local artist Antonio Valero, who founded the Cristina Arcas Valero arts foundation in the city..
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A great way to enjoy 12 months of reduced price admission to most of the major tourist attractions in Lorca The attractions of the historic city of Lorca are so numerous that they are best visited..
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Visit the top beaches on Spain’s Costa Cálida in Murcia The Costa Cálida on Spain’s southeast coast has hundreds of the highest quality beaches in the country, if not in Europe. The Costa..
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Warm weather, warm water, the beauty of nature and no large crowds as Murcia beachgoers enjoy the best time of year along the coast As autumn progresses and Halloween is almost upon it many of those..
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A rocky, low occupancy cove in the far south-west of Mazarrón Playa del Palomarico is the one of the beaches at the south-western end of the 35 kilometres of the Mazarrón coastline, and is located..
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A 450-metre-long Mar Menor beach half way along La Manga Playa las Antillas is a Mar Menor beach located within a curving bay between two rocky headlands known as Punta del Pedrucho and Punta ..
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Fenicios, Mercaderes del Mar show some of the items found on board the Bajo de la Campana wreck which was found off the coast of La Manga The ARQVA national museum of underwater archaeology in Cartagena..
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The resort has an 18-hole course, a 6-hole tuition course, golf academy and driving range Since it first opened in November 2004, the internationally recognised golf course at Hacienda del Álamo has..
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The old keep has been converted into a museum dealing with the 3,000-year history of Cartagena The Castillo de la Concepción is a 13th or 14th century medieval fortress at the top of the hill..
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Cabezo del Plomo, a 5,000-year-old Chalcolithic settlement in Mazarrón Time scale 2980-3220 BC This archaeological site is located on a long, flat-topped hill, looking out over the flood channel..
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Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Mazarrón, La Factoría Romana de Salazones During the 1st century BC, Roman power was at its height and the Empire required vast quantities of goods from across..
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A popular beach with surfers near the centre of Puerto de Mazarrón The Playa de la Reya is a long, curving beach which adjoins Playa Bahía, Playa de la Pava and the Cabezo de Gavilanes viewing..
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The cultural centre in Aledo The Centro Cultural Villa de Aledo is located in Avenida José Antonio, right in the heart of the old quarter of the town. It is a modern building, with all the..
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A family-friendly 5-kilometre route in the Tierras Altas area of the vast municipality of Lorca This is a 5-kilometre walk in the environs of Áviles, a small village in the Tierras Altas area of..
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Welcome to Aledo! Aledo is a hilltop town, perched high in the Sierra Espuña at a strategic defensive location which see-sawed between the Moors who occupied Southern Spain from the 7th to the..
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Get away from it all at thermal spa resorts and thalassotherapy centres in the Costa Cálida Now that the summer holidays are over many of us are getting back into the routine of everyday life, but..
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Enjoy monuments in the centre of Caravaca and the natural beauty spot of Las Fuentes del Marqués! This 14-kilometre circular cycling route, taking you to many of the most iconic locations in the holy..
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Locations to send chills down your spine even in the heat of the Costa Cálida summer! The Region of Murcia is renowned for its sunshine, the warmth of its climate and its people, the good living and..
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Cartagena has a good selection of monuments and museums which can be visited in combination with exhibitions, trips out or concerts. The long and varied history of Cartagena has attracted a succession..
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An attractive wild cove at the foot of the Sierra de las Moreras in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities of..
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The lunar badlands of Gebas and the reservoir of Algeciras The village of Gebas is located in the Sierra Espuña and is popular with daytrippers and walkers, due partly to the cooling pine forests..
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The beach of Cala Pino is a rare gem with shade The Cala del Pino is an exception among the beaches of La Manga del Mar Menor. The area is generally associated with long stretches of golden sand..
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A temple to elevate the Emperor of Rome to the status of a deity in the city of Carthago Nova The Romans conquered the Carthaginian city of Qart Hadasht in 209 BC, renaming it Carthago Nova, and..
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The Municipal Museum of San Pedro del Pinatar At the end of the 19th century San Pedro del Pinatar began to acquire a reputation as being THE place for the wealthy and elite of the city of Murcia..
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La Mina Agrupa Vicenta La Unión NOTE: THE PARQUE MINERO IS CURRENTLY CLOSED ALTHOUGH LOCAL POLITICIANS ARE LOBBYING FOR IT TO BE REOPENED (date May 10, 2022) Visitors to the Parque Minero go down..
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The museum contains pieces relating to the Semana Santa processions in Lorca Lorca has gained a fully justified reputation for artistic creativity due to the incredible biblical processions of Semana..
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The “Sendero Azul”runs alongside the port and past the docks The Sendero Azul del Puerto de Cartagena is a gentle coastal walking route which runs from the Yacht club (next to the cruise ship..
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One of a series of beaches popular with nudists in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities of Cartagena and..
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The Águilas Archaeological Museum The Museo Arqueológico de Águilas contains a collection of artefacts relating to the history of the municipality, with representative displays relating to each..
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A 7km walk along the Rambla del Cañar, Tallante-Isla Plana, PR-15 Level: Easy The rambla, a floodwater channel which is usually dry, runs from the coast at Isla Plana through inland to the..
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The palatial residence contains antique furniture from the last 350 years and important works of art Almost 13 years after the Casa de Guevara was closed to visitors after being damaged in the earthquakes..
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Exquisite embroidery features in the annual biblical processions of Lorca Semana Santa (Easter week) in Lorca is an extraordinary week, as although the religious acts follow the similar pattern of..
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The village of El Berro is a hub for rural tourism in the mountains of Alhama de Murcia This tour of the village of El Berro, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule..
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Salt farming went on from the Roman era until the 20th century The entrance to the old salt farm channel Did you know that there used to be a large salt farm in the Port of Mazarrón during..
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Bicycle hire and cycling holidays for all levels of cyclists in the Costa Cálida Cyclists who have explored the Region of Murcia on two wheels often describe it as an undiscovered paradise for..
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Águilas hosts the biggest and most spectacular Carnival celebrations in the Region of Murcia The definitive calendar for the 2026 Carnival celebrations in Águilas, an annual event which has been..
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A lineal 3.3-kilometre walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña This 3.35-kilometre lineal walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña takes walkers along a route between two of the most popular places..
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Compact, efficient and easy to install – homeowners can now harness solar power from their own balconies! Are you looking for an easy and affordable way to switch to solar energy? Balcony-..
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Cartagena, ARQUA, Museo Nacional de Arqueologia Subacuatica. Located in the Paseo del Muelle Alfonso XII, next to the cruise ship terminal, this museum has been designed as a window into the world..
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