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Wednesdays in July and August, guided visits to the Roman amphitheatre of CartagenaLimited afternoon tours are being held while excavation work continues at the amphitheatre Over the last 40 years or so the city of Cartagena has excavated more and more of the Roman buildings which form such an important part of its remarkable historical.. 19/07/2024
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A world of opportunities on Museums Day in the Region of Murcia!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 of remarkable venues opening their doors to allow the public..
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What to see and do in MurciaDiscover some of the main attractions for visitors to Murcia capital city Oftentimes, those who come to the Region of Murcia are looking for sun, sea and sand along the region’s beautiful coastline or natural hiking holidays in the mountains and..
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11 unmissable sights to see during Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la CruzA magical history tour of Caravaca for religious and non-religious visitors alike! With Easter Week about to start and most towns and cities in the Region of Murcia about to begin an exhaustive program of Semana Santa processions blending religious devotion..
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5 natural monuments in the Region of MurciaPlaces in Murcia where the spectacle of nature takes the breath away The Region of Murcia, in the south-east of Spain, is known mainly for its warm climate (with over 320 days of sunshine per year), but apart from the weather there are many more reasons to..
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The archaeological museum of Caravaca de la CruzThe Museo Arqueológico de la Soledad in Caravaca de la Cruz The extraordinary history and pre-history of the Region of Murcia provides rich archaeological remains at over 2,000 sites dating back to the earliest dawn of the existence of..
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The Beauty of the Extraordinary in the Region of MurciaCaravaca de la Cruz is a focal point for spirituality and culture during 2024 Source: ITREM, regional tourist board of Murcia, “La belleza de lo Extraordinario” It’s always a great time to visit the Region of Murcia but in 2024 that&rsquo..
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The village and rural district of La Encarnación in Caravaca de la CruzMillennia of archaeological remains have been found in the picturesque mountain scenery of La Encarnación It has been said that if one place in the Region of Murcia above all others can boast archaeological remains which transcend the centuries, representing..
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The Cayetano de Mergelina Archaeological Museum in Yecla150,000 years of local history and pre-history at the archaeological museum of Yecla The Cayetano de Mergelina archaeological museum in Yecla documents history and pre-history in the Altiplano area in the north of the Region of Murcia between approximately..
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7 reasons to visit the Altiplano in the north of MurciaA harder job would be to name reasons NOT to visit Yecla and Jumilla! If you’re one of those whose knowledge of the Region of Murcia is limited to the beaches of the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor, couple of local watering holes or restaurants, the..
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Monte Arabí in Yecla - prehistoric rock art and a multitude of legendsRock art at the sites in Yecla show several different periods of Prehistoric rock art The archaeological sites at the mystic mountain of Monte Arabí in the municipality of Yecla are considered among the most important in the Region of Murcia, containing..
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5 great destinations in the north-west of Murcia during the Holy Jubilee Year of 2024 in CaravacaCaravaca and its neighbours Cehegín, Bullas, Calasparra and Bullas all offer a fascinating range of experiences to visitors The city of Caravaca de la Cruz is one of only 5 to have been awarded the status of “Holy Cities” by the Vatican..
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10 unique natural wonders in the Region of Murcia!Icy cold springs, moonscapes, badlands and enchanted natural cities in the Costa Cálida! Far from being simply a stretch of coastline in the western Mediterranean, the Region of Murcia has a fantastically varied landscape, and the following selection.. 23/10/2023
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Six great family days out in the Region of Murcia this summer!Half a dozen plans for a day away from the beach in the Costa Cálida! School’s almost out for summer, and thousands of families will be heading from all over Europe to the Costa Cálida for their annual dose of sun, sea and sand, but of..
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Aguilas museum and visitor centre opening timesThe 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 of Águilas offers a number of interesting and enjoyable..
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The Lorca y Tú card offers discounts on guided tours and free entry to the castle and museumsA 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 over a couple of days, a week or throughout the year, and the..
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Rafting on the River Segura and a chance to sample dishes made with Calasparra riceHealthy exercise on the river followed by a delicious lunch or dinner in Calasparra For many people summer in the Costa Cálida is limited to soaking up the rays on the beach and enjoying sundowners in a seafront restaurant or chiringuito, but a great..
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Spectacular landscapes unique to the Region of MurciaJust 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 and spectacular views is far wider and it is worth..
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Cabezo del Castellar in Puerto de MazarronThe rocky outcrop of Cabezo del Castellar is an important archaeological site set among the most popular beaches of Mazarrón At first sight there is nothing out of the ordinary about this 26-metre-high rocky outcrop to the south-west of Puerto..
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The Jerónimo Molina archaeological museum in JumillaAn impressive collection of items from found at various prehistoric sites in Jumilla This important archaeological museum was founded on the suggestion of the man after whom it is named, Jerónimo Molina García, who in the 1950s was the first..
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