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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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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Baños de Lodo, San Pedro del Pinatar Las Charcas, San Pedro del Pinatar Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, The water is only 7 metres deep at..
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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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Look at the surface of the sun, take a tour of the stars while eating tapas on a cruise ship and much more with the English-speaking team at Murcia’s Finca Astronomica Have you ever looked up..
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Participate or support Mazarrón Women’s Football Club, from beginners to experienced senior squad players in football and beach football MAZARRÓN FEMINAS FOOTBALL CLUB The Mazarrón Women’..
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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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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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Explore Andalucía’s beaches, stunning rock formations and nearby islands just across the border from Murcia Nestled on the cusp of Andalucía and Murcia, San Juan de los Terreros is a coastal..
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An unforgettable evening of celebration and new beginnings marked a defining milestone for the brand Vela Club, specialists in luxury property, aviation, yachts and elite supercars, proudly celebrated..
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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 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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A very popular 500-metre-long urban beach with fine sand and full facilities Playa del Puerto is an urban Mediterranean beach, in the centre of Puerto de Mazarrón and is among the most popular of..
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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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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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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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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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Blue flag semi-urban beach, popular with windsurfers and fishermen 600 metres long with sand and shingle This is a semi-urban Mediterranean beach, and is the fourth beach in a line of 31 Mediterranean..
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The state of ruin of the structures has prompted their inclusion on the Red Heritage List Four architectural buildings in the Region of Murcia are very different from each other in terms of time..
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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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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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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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bROTHERS iN bAND present Brothers in Arms at the Auditorio El Batel in Cartagena bROTHERS iN bAND take us on a journey in their time machine to the days of Twisting by the Pool, Money for Nothing..
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Fun, nature and adventure activities at Murapark in the green oasis of Ricote Anyone looking for a different way of enjoying the very best of the Region of Murcia will be instantly attracted to Murapark..
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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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Adrenalin rushes for children and adults alike in some of the most spectacular scenery of Murcia Safe ziplines designed for children have become relatively commonplace in parts of the UK over recent..
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An 11th century fortification in Águilas which was strategically important in the conflicts of the Middle Ages Image: Consejo de Agricultura Ecológica de la Región de Murcia - Caerm The ruined..
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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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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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A semi-urban beach close to Puerto de Mazarrón A half hidden 160-metre-long cove close to the Puerto de Mazarrón Playa Negra is the third beach from the boundary between the munciipalities of..
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Where to go Mar Menor, walk up to the lighthouse at Cabo de Palos or enjoy an ice cream in the busy marina Cabo de Palos is a small peninsula which juts out into the Mediterranean sea, on one side..
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From embroidery to medieval castles, from wineries to railway engineering, just some of the fascinating visits on offer in the Region of Murcia With the lifting of pandemic restrictions there has..
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A long sandy Mar Menor beach on the Mar Menor coast of La Manga Playa Chica is a long, thin Mar Menor beach, located towards the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor between kilometre 16.4 and..
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Show off your unwanted Xmas gifts from last year at the Fortress of the Sun In celebration of the poor taste of relatives while choosing Christmas presents, the management of Lorca castle is holding..
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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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Few cities can match the heady mix of history, culture and tradition in the September fiestas of Cartagena! Every year in September, when the heat of summer is beginning to die down, the city of Cartagena..
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The Playa de la Pava is a small, curving beach located in a semi-urban environment. The Playa de la Pava is a Mediterranean beach in the built-up area of Puerto de Mazarrón, one of a line..
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The Castle of Los Vélez in the town of Mazarrón This 15th century fortress is in the heart of the town of Mazarrón, on a small hill about 30 metres above the surrounding ground. This placed it..
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Capture the essence of the Costa Cálida in the course of a long weekend Are you taking advantage of the warm spring weather to spend a long weekend in the Costa Cálida? Or maybe you live here and..
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This attractive little beach is also called Cala del Turco Playa de Gollerón is a beautiful little cove, tucked away in a corner of La Manga del Mar Menor and the hidden secret used mainly by..
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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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Part of a run of spectacular rocky coves, nudist beaches and wild beaches in Mazarrón One of 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón between the municipalities..
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A 2.9-kilometre stretch of sand on the Mediterranean coast of La Manga Playa Estacio is a 2,900-metre-long semi-urban beach with an average width of 18 metres and fine, golden sand, typical of..
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Offshore exploration of the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor along the Costa Cálida While enjoying the beaches, gastronomy, sunshine and landscapes of the coast of Murcia no-one should miss out on..
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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 second in a run of spectacular rocky coves and wild beaches 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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Tradition and beauty away from the crowds of the Costa Cálida and the big cities over the festive season If all you want for Christmas this year is to get away from the throngs of people in the shops..
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Shopping and restaurant facilities on Hacienda del Álamo golf resort The Hacienda del Álamo resort has two commercial areas: the Spanish Village (Pueblo Español) and the Hacienda Resort Centre..
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The Refugio Museo de la Guerra Civil in the centre of Cartagena Looking at the serenity and beauty of the port in Cartagena today it can be hard to envisage the destruction that the city suffered..
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The 14-kilometre Vía Verde welcomes walkers and cyclists between Mazarrón and La Pinilla When it was decided in the early 20th century that a railway should be built linking Mazarrón to the..
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One of three dog-friendly beaches in the municipality of Mazarrón Playa de las Moreras is a semi-urban Mediterranean beach, one of the 33 which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline..
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A 16th century defensive fortress built to warn of pirate raiders from northern Africa The Castillo de San Juan in Águilas is high above the town, originally erected as a 16th century defensive fortress..
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90 minutes of Christmas musical favourites at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca The “Así suena la Navidad” show at the Auditorio Margarita Lozano in Lorca on Saturday 20th December consists..
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Totana celebrates the feast day of Santa Eulalia de Mérida with a major romería, processions, a medieval market and loads of live music! Between 28th November and 14th December Totana celebrates..
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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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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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Get to know the sights and history of Alhama before a tasty lunch in the town centre! This guided tour in Spanish of Alhama de Murcia on 14th December is the second of two programmed during the autumn..
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Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that..
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Sports and activities to do on and around the Santa Rosalía Lake andLife Resort Nestled in the heart of Santa Rosalia Lake andLife Resort lies an oasis of sports and leisure activities, catering..
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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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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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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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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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900 metres of Mar Menor beach in the central part of La Manga Playa de Poniente runs between kilometres 7.2 and 8.1 on the Mar Menor side of La Manga in an area where the land has widened out sufficiently..
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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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The Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía recognises Cartagena´s glassmaking traditions Cartagenas new glass museum, the Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía, has now opened its doors to the public and is..
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Music, festive events, Father Christmas, fairground attractions and the Three Kings come to Lorca over the Christmas holidays The Christmas lights are now on and the decorations are up in the city..
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From boat trips to kitesurfing, choose your relaxing or exciting preference at the beaches of the Region of Murcia this summer! With its calm seawater and warm climate the Region of Murcia is a perfect..
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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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An eco-friendly walking and cycling route at the western end of the Águilas coastline The network of “Senderos Azules” (Blue Trails) is an initiative promoted in Spain by ADEAC, the Association..
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Top viewing points from La Manga del Mar Menor to Águilas Source: ITREM Wherever you go in the Mediterranean, if offered the choice you’ll always opt for a place with a balcony and a sea view..
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A 200-metre cove near Percheles on the Mazarrón coastline One of the south-westernmost of the 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón, Playa Ballenato is..
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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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One of the most eagerly awaited nights of the year as Balthasar, Gaspar and Melchior parade through the centre of Águilas The children of Águilas will be watching on with baited breath during the..
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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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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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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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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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A long wild beach on the Mazarrón coastline where dogs are welcome Among the south-westernmost of the 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón, Playa Cobaticas..
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Sustainable tourism in the green heart of the Region of Murcia If what you need is to get away from it all and breathe the fresh, clean air of the mountains while leaving the stress of everyday life..
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Cartagena Romans swore by these mud beauty treatments Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, and is a mecca for sportspeople, the unique conditions creating..
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A shingle and sand beach on the Mazarrón-Cartagena border which is also popular with surfers A 450-metre long blue flag beach The Playa del Mojón is the first beach in the Mazarrón municipality..
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A unique Christmas party in aid of a really good cause at The Casa Club, Camposol C The festive season is set to sparkle in Camposol with a special Turkey and Tinsel Party on Thursday December..
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Travel through history and the universe free of charge at the archaeological museum of Águilas! Imagine that once upon a time there was a sailing vessel called Sea Starlight which travelled through..
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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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A long wild beach on the Ifre-Cañada de Gallego coastline in Mazarrón Among the south-westernmost of the 33 beaches which are to be found along the 35-kilometre coastline of Mazarrón, between..
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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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Superb panoramic photos of Cartagena, a historic park and a local history museum in the castle The panoramic lift in Cartagena is by far the most practical way to reach the highest point in the..
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Non-members of the prestigious La Quinta are welcome to enjoy the superb cuisine at La Solana! La Quinta is renowned at La Manga Club and indeed throughout the Costa Cálida as one of the premier residential..
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Your trusted real estate experts in the Mazarrón area in the south of Murcia Since its founding in 2017 by Lee Fisher, Camposol Property Sales has been dedicated to making the process of buying..
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Expert solar solutions with top-quality equipment and personalised service If you’re thinking about solar energy, there’s never been a better time to go solar in sunny southern Spain. Ecocorp Solar..
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A 1.7-kilometre-long Mar Menor beach with soft golden sand Playa Lebeche is one of a series of narrow beaches fringing the central area of La Manga on the Mar Menor side and runs for 1,700 meters..
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From Yecla and Moratalla in the north to Isla Plana in the south, Murcia was home to cave-dwelling artists as long as 10,000 years ago Hidden away in caves and rock shelters of the Murcia countryside..
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Just a few of the natural gems of Murcia, put them on your “must visit” list! Most visitors know the Region of Murcia as a beach holiday destination, but in fact the variety of landscapes..
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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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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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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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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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Arturo Abellán on Boxing Day at the Casino of Águilas The ongoing cycle of concerts at the Casino of Águilas continues on Friday 26th December a an event featuring pianist Arturo Abellan starting..
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The Excolegiata is a cathedral-sized church in Lorca built between the 16th and 18th centuries Of all the historic and monumental buildings in Lorca perhaps the most important is the Excolegiata (..
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Unseasonably calm seas are extending the crossing season as more boats reach Cartagena For the second week in a row, unusually warm weather along Spain’s south-eastern coastline is driving a fresh..
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1,500 metres of Mediterranean beach at the northern end of La Manga Playa del Pudrmiel is close to the northern end of La Manga del Mar Menor, and services the Aldeas de Taray and Las Góndolas..
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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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Holy Week processions are replaced by a commemoration of medieval times in the town of Los Alcázares! Every spring, coinciding with austerity which marks Holy Week and Easter in the rest of the Region..
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Q for Quality and Blue Flag at this popular sandy no smoking beach in Puerto de Mazarrón The Playa de Bahía is a semi-urban beach adjoining Playa de la Reya and is the first in an unbroken stretch..
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Look after yourself by letting the Region of Murcia look after you! There are, of course, many reasons for visiting the Region of Murcia but as well as the climate, the beaches, the golf courses, the..
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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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Restaurants in the Region of Murcia included in the Michelin Guide The Region of Murcia boasts a typically Mediterranean culinary and gastronomic tradition, with plenty of delicious dishes to choose..
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This popular tour shows many of the hillside defence fortifications which have protected Cartagena over the centuries A stop-off at the Fuerte de Navidad is a popular option among visitors to the..
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The Argaric culture was present in Bronze Age Murcia between 2200 and 1550 BC The Region of Murcia is rich in archaeological sites, this part of Southern Spain attracting a number of cultures throughout..
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A simple way to dispose of used cartridges responsibly in your local community Are you wondering what to do with your used printer cartridges? At TJ Electricals, Euronics Camposol, recycling your printer..
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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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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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The westernmost of the nudist baches between Mazarrón and Cañada de Gallego An attractive sandy wild cove with low occupancy at the foot of the Sierra Moreras, Playa Hondón del Fondo is the..
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Yemanjá is a vibrant and friendly Café bar situated in the heart of the Cabo de Palos marina The Cabo de Palos port is a bustling marina and fishing dock situated at the very heart of the town..
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El Museo del Ferrocarril, Águilas The Railway Museum of Águilas was opened in 1985 by the “El Labradorcico” railway enthusiasts club, and is housed on the lower floor of the railway station in..
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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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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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Where is Hacienda del Álamo? Click for map, Hacienda del Álamo, Fuente Álamo. Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort is located just outside Fuente Álamo, a rural farming town in the centre..
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Visit and learn about the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio at your own pace A new tour is being offered in Lorca this summer of the former Collegiate Church of San Patricio, enabling both visitors..
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The castle and the Sagrera windmill both offer stunning views, and the CIMAR Aquarium and railway, Hornillo and archaeological museums all offer interesting journeys into the past... The municipality..
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From Roman villa and Moorish fortress to a thriving tourist resort and the youngest municipality in the Region of Murcia In a purely administrative sense, the history of the municipality of Los Alc..
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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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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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