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October 16 to 18 Lorca shows off its attractions at the Rueda Inland Tourism Fair in Totana

The Semana Santa processions, Lorca castle and the old city centre are the main features of the Lorca presence in the event

October 16 to 18 Lorca shows off its attractions at the Rueda Inland Tourism Fair in Totana The town of Totana in south-western Murcia is showcasing the inland charm of the Region of Murcia from 16^th to October when the Rueda Inland Tourism Fair returns for its third edition, bringing together 24 municipalities for a weekend of food, culture, crafts, nature and local traditions in the Plaza de la Constitución, and the neighbouring municipality of Lorca is playing its part as it has done in the last two years.

The tourist office is manning its own promotional stand, on top of which special events featured on the programme include the following:

Saturday October 17

11.35: Performance by the Grupo Folclórico Virgen de las Huertas.

12.30: A jewellery workshop activity with Nataly Artesana.

October 16 to 18 Lorca shows off its attractions at the Rueda Inland Tourism Fair in Totana The website of the event summarizes Lorca by mentioning its culture, history and other charms, as well as the numerous churches, palatial buildings and old noble houses in the city.

Mention is also made, of course, of the castle which stands above the city, the incredible views over the vast Lorca countryside, the spectacular Semana Santa processions and the rich gastronomy.

The 24 municipalities taking part in the Rueda fair this year are Abanilla, Albudeite, Aledo, Alguazas, Alhama de Murcia, Archena, Blanca, Beniel, Bullas, Caravaca de la Cruz, Cartagena, Cehegín, Ceutí, Cieza, Fortuna, Jumilla, Lorca, Lorquí, Molina de Segura, Moratalla, Mula, Puerto Lumbreras, Santomera and Totana.

October 16 to 18 Lorca shows off its attractions at the Rueda Inland Tourism Fair in Totana

For more local information about Lorca, including news and what’s on, enquire at the tourist office (located in the same building, telephone 968 441914, email lorcaturismo@lorca.es), or visit the home page of Lorca Today.

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Oficina de Turismo de Lorca

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The rich and extensive history of Lorca has left a legacy of archaeological sites and historic buildings around which the modern city has built its tourism industry. Amongst these are Lorca Castle, Plaza de España, the former Collegiate church of San Patricio, the municipal archaeological museum, the Casa Huerto Ruano, the Palacio de Guevara and the churches and convents of San Francisco, San Mateo, the Virgen de las Huertas, La Merced, El Carmen and many others.

Unfortunately, Lorca has been prone to natural disaster, suffering a severe flood in 1973 which killed 50 people, and a Gota Fría on September 28^th 2012, as well as a series of earthquakes, the most recent of which was 5.3 on the Richter scale on 11^th May 2011 and claimed 9 lives.

Lorca Tourist Office Lorca also has an area of unspoilt coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, which includes the beaches of Puntas de Calnegre, Cala Calnegre and various others. Although only one is accessible by road others can be reached along dirt tracks!

In terms of fiestas, Lorca is synonymous with Easter (Semana Santa), its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status being famous throughout Spain. The week includes a series of parades in which the whites (Paso Blanco) and blues (Paso Azul) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.

In the Autumn Lorca also celebrates the Fiestas of San Clemente and a Feria and there are a series of important events throughout the year in the Recinto Ferial, as well as a busy cultural and sporting programme.

The tourist office relocated for 14 years to Calle San Patricio, near the church, but has now returned to its former premises alongside the Palacio de Guevara in the Plaza Concha Sandoval, or Plaza de la Bordadora (click for map).

Lorca Tourist Office Lorca also has an area of inspoilt coastline incorporating the Parque Regional de Cabo Cope - Puntas de Calnegre, in the Sierra de Almenara, which includes the beaches of Puntas de Calnegre, Baño de las Mujeres, San Pedro, El Siscal, Cala Honda, Cuartel del Ciscar, Junquera, Cala de la Gruta, Cala Leña, Los Hierros, Cala Blanca and Playa Larga, although many are accessible only along difficult tracks or by boat!

Lorca Tourist Office However, in spite of its many attractions, the name of Lorca is synonymous with Easter, (Semana Santa) its biblical parades of International Tourist Interest status and famous throughout Spain. The week includes a series of processions in which the Whites (Paso Blanco) and Blues (Paso Azúl) try to outdo each other with the magnificence of their embroideries and the skill and daring of their horsemen.