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Footsteps in the sand Emblematic buildings Magical landscapes Golf & sea Punic Cartagena Historical adventure Jubilee City Baroque route Discover small deserted coves and the A walk through Águilas's old town will By the extensive Bolnuevo beach, the Play a few holes at any of the following Cartagena Port of Cultures invites you Go on an adventure through time at the is the fifth city in the The Cathedral (14th-18th C) features landscapes of Calblanque Natural Park. reveal such architectural treasures as wind and water have eroded the rocks courses and you can enjoy a to discover ancient Carthaginian culture Lorca Workshop of Time Visitor Centre, world to have been granted a Jubilee Year outstanding examples of gothic, renaissance Take your choice from the beaches of the Town Hall with its Moorish style into curious shapes creating a very revitalising dip in the Mar Menor and its influence at the Punic Wall which will take you through the culture “in perpetuum”, a privilege celebrated on a and baroque architecture with highlights the Mar Menor and La Manga and enjoy façade. Other highlights include the 18th unusual landscape. Very near by are lagoon afterwards: La Manga Club Interpretation Centre. and history of a city brimming with 7-yearly basis since 2003. The town's history including the High Altarpiece, the Sacristy, the two seas. A sundown walk through century San Juan de las Águilas Castle, the Los Caballos tower and the remains (Cartagena), La Serena Golf (Los historic monuments, without missing and traditions revolve around the Cross of the Los Vélez and the Junterón Chapels. the salt marshes at the Salinas y the 17th century Cope Tower, the Hornillo of the Cabezo de Plomo fortified Alcázares), Roda Golf (San Javier), Roman Cartagena out on a single fascinating detail. Caravaca, inside which there is a piece of wood Other places of interest include the Episcopal Arenales de is jetty, the Casino and San José Church. Neolithic settlement. Veneziola Golf (Pitch & Putt, La Manga The Decumanus, the Augusteum and from the cross upon which Christ was crucified. Palace, the former San Isidro Theological also well worthwhile. del Mar Menor), Golf Torre Pacheco the Casa de la Fortuna offer an A journey into the Middle College, and the San Juan de Dios Church Natural landscapes The story of salting (Pitch & Putt) and the Mar Menor enlightening journey through the & Museum, all located around the Plaza In Mazarrón you can visit the Village Golf (Torre Pacheco). Ages Cultural riches Local markets Visit the Cuatro Calas (four coves) Roman Empire. You can also visit 1st Relive history travelling back to the Middle Take a stroll around the city streets and de Belluga and Plaza de los Apóstoles. San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar, Los protected landscape and discover the Archaeological Museum where the Alcázares and Cabo de Palos all hold wonderful rocky cliffs of La Carolina remains of an ancient Roman salting century Carthago Nova at the Roman Ages at the Fortress of the Sun, a discover its churches, mansions, Near Murcia Theatre Museum. defensive bastion that marked the frontier noblemen's homes, convents, monuments, weekly street markets where you can beach. Cabo Cope and the surrounding factory can be seen. This Roman Golf enthusiasts can enjoy their Museums pick up bargains and typical local area are of great importance due to their method of preserving fish is still used favourite sport only a few minutes between the Muslim and Christian museums and mediaeval quarters. The Discover the origins of the city through its products. wealth of native plant and animal life. right up until the present day. from Murcia as well as taking Military Cartagena kingdoms, where you will find exhibitions highlight is the Castle-Sanctuary, which is museums. You can marvel at the legacy of advantage of the capital's varied Get a feel for Cartagena's military and activities for all the family. home to the True Cross of Caravaca. the centuries in places such as the Fine Arts A taste of the sea Going once, going twice Land & sea cultural life and leisure facilities. background. The Navidad Fort, which Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Mar Menor cuisine is based mainly on Be sure to visit the fish auction that Tomatoes, capers, products such as cured Nearby courses include Golf Altorreal is home to the Defensive Architecture Artistic fervour Living nature City Museum or the Cathedral Museum the local seafood: prawns, caldero (a takes place Monday through Friday roe, salted or cured tuna… The list of (), Mosa Golf and El Interpretation Centre, is a prime Enjoy the cultural finery of Lorca's Holy Explore Caravaca's eco-tourism trails and amongst others. The Salzillo Museum is typical rice dish), cured fish, fish baked afternoons in the Auction Hall at Águilas typical local foodstuffs is extensive and Valle Best Golf (Baños y Mendigo), example and can be reached using Week at the Paso Azul, Blanco, Encarnado discover a wide variety of natural landscapes another must. in sea salt or fried. fishing port. varied, featuring both produce from the Hacienda Riquelme Best Golf and La the Tourist Boat. and Morado Embroidery Museums, where such as the springs at Las Fuentes del land and fish. Peraleja (Sucina), Sierra Golf (Balsicas), you can appreciate the artistic mastery of Marqués, Las Tosquillas in Barranda and A typical aperitif La Torre Best Golf and Saurines de la Modern Cartagena the ornate gold and silk embroidery. La Muralla in Archivel. Another of the capital's attractions is its Torre Golf (Roldán), Corvera Golf and Get a bird's eye view of the city from squares, which are ideal for enjoying the La Tercia. the panoramic lift and then visit the Take the train Enjoy Museums lovely weather and the local cuisine. Try History of Cartagena Interpretation Take advantage of the touring train to See different trades and professions in miniature some of the delicious Murcian tapas, which NAUTICAL SPORTS Mazarrón & Fuente Álamo Centre in the Concepción Castle. Stop discover the streets, squares and typical at the Ángel Reinón Museum; discover the have made the aperitif into a real art. Two seas, loads of fun Under the sea Under full sail The following courses are also located off at the Civil War Air-raid Shelter but little-known corners of the city. Street town's fiestas at the Fiesta Museum; marvel Sailing, diving, windsurfing, water-skiing, Águilas, Mazarrón, Cabo de Palos, Islas The Bay of Mazarrón and the Águilas within easy reach of the new Region Museum which provides an interesting by street, explore traditional shops and at invaluable artefacts in the Archaeological From bridge to bridge jet-skiing, kayaking... The shores of the Hormigas, Isla Grosa, Cartagena and coast are a great setting to enjoy all of Murcia International Airport in vision of early 20th century Cartagena. businesses that still retain the charm of Museum and travel through time in the Vera Points of interest on a walk along the Mar Menor and La Manga offer a wide La Azohía offer many interesting dive manner of water sports such as Corvera (under construction): Sensol times gone by. Enjoy the local cuisine, Cruz Museum. Find out about the area's flora banks of the River Segura include the variety of activities that can be enjoyed sites, with scuttled boats, shipwrecks kayaking, windsurfing or sailing. Other Golf (Mazarrón), Alhama Signature passed down through the ages from past and fauna at the Nature Interpretation Centre “Malecón”, the Botanical Gardens, the at any of the Estación Náutica Mar Menor- and numerous underwater caves. highlights are the many unspoilt coves. Golf () and Hacienda cultures and take a little bit of Lorca home and see instruments from all five continents Almudí Palace, the “Molinos del Río” Cabo de Palos´ many centres. del Álamo (Fuente Álamo). with you with its traditional handicrafts. in the Music Museum in Barranda. Hydraulic Museum and the Auditorium.

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Water culture Land of Castles Hidden gems Murcia's Palestine On foot: The Pico de Revolcadores Balneotherapy Find out about the importance of water on the Water- The Sierra Espuña is dotted with fortifications that Explore the historic old town districts in Cehegín, Explore Abanilla, known as Murcia's Palestine An uphill trek will take you to the summit of the Region The has three thermal water spas. Wheels Route which will take you through the villages can be visited on the Castles Route, which will take Moratalla and Caravaca de la Cruz with their steep, because of the scenic beauty of the area around of Murcia's highest peak, the Pico de Revolcadores The oldest, located in the north-east of the region, is along the banks of the River Segura, where you can you to the Los Fajardo Castle in Mula, Las Paleras narrow streets brimming with charm, mystery and the River Chícamo. Wander through its streets from in the North-West of the region, at over 2,000 metres. one of 's principal thermal spas and has played see the water-wheels that used to raise water from Castle in Pliego, Alhama de Murcia Castle and the hidden treasures. Be sure to visit their historic the Town Hall up to the Sagrado Corazón de Jesús The North-East, Sierra Espuña and Ricote Valley host to many famous people. The second is located the river. One of these, the Noria Grande in Abarán, Calahorra Tower in Aledo amongst others. monuments, churches and museums. Church. On route are the Encomienda districts also offer interesting trekking routes. on the banks of the River Segura in the Ricote Valley is the largest working water-wheel in Europe. (Commandancy building), the Cabrera and Pintá and has recently been extended with a new pool and Nature at its purest From museum to museum mansions, the Wash-house and San José Church. A head for heights thermal spa circuit. The third is located in the district Blanca: water and light The best way to find out all about the Sierra Espuña In Bullas, the Don Pepe Marsilla House & Museum and In the Leiva Valley in the Sierra Espuña, climbing enthusiasts of Mazarrón. Wash-houses, river beaches and reservoirs are other Regional Park, an area of outstanding natural the Wine Museum. A must in Cehegín is the All about wine can enjoy a limestone rock-face almost two kilometres uses of water, which you can find out about at the beauty, is to visit the Ricardo Codorniu Visitor Centre. Archaeological Museum and in Caravaca, the Vera Jumilla's Wine Route takes in the bodegas and in length with more than 200 different climbing routes. Thalassotherapy Electricity and Water Interpretation Centre in Blanca. Spend a day in the great outdoors surrounded by Cruz Museum. In Calasparra, the highlight is the Rice vineyards that produce wines with the Jumilla The Pico de El Almorchón in Cieza and the Cresta del The composition of the water and muds from the Mar nature. Museum and in Moratalla, the “Casa de Cristo” Regional Designation of Origin. Other places of interest Gallo in Murcia are also popular for climbing. Menor make them highly beneficial for your health, Country views Centre for the Interpretation of Rock Art . include the Vico Theatre. Connoisseurs should also particularly for the treatment and prevention of arthritis, You can enjoy some of the best views of Murcia's fields Pottery tradition try Yecla's wines, which also boast their own Paragliding & hang-gliding rheumatism, tendonitis, osteoporosis and generally and orchards or “huerta” from El Gurugú in Ulea, an Totana, Aledo and Mula offer a wide range of hand- Typical, tasty and top quality Designation of Origin. Those who enjoy flying the thermals (paragliding or feeling run down. These therapeutic properties are area with a Moorish feel about it, or from the Mirador made crafts such as rugs, pottery including the The North-West of the Murcia Region boasts a selection hang-gliding) can take part in these activities in the put to beneficial use in the region's thalassotherapy del Alto de la Bayna view-point in Blanca, or the slopes typical “Cántara de Totana” jugs, or the Roman of top quality products with their own Designation of Prehistoric sites hills of the Sierra de la Pila and Sierra del Carche centres, located in La Manga and San Pedro del of El Ope in Archena. There are also views of the fields amphora and spice containers reproduced by Origin, such as rice from Calasparra and wine from You can visit prehistoric sites at Monte Arabí, 18 in Jumilla and the Sierra de la Muela in Alhama de Pinatar. from the “Sendero de los Miradores” trail in Ricote and Aledo's craftsmen in their workshops. Bullas. “Yemas” from Caravaca, “Torrijas” from Bullas kilometres from Yecla. There are rock paintings in Murcia, amongst others. the “Salto de la Novia” in Ojós. . and Marzipan from Moratalla are other typical products. the Cantos de la Visera shelters and the Cuevas Spas Tempting treasures del Mediodía caves. Caving In the Region of Murcia there are also specialist spa Medina Siyâsa “Migas” and rice with rabbit are some of the most Local excursions Located in Calasparra, the Cueva del Puerto is one of and beauty centres that use water as a principal At the Mirador de la Atalaya in Cieza you can visit typical dishes from the villages in the Sierra Espuña, The North-West offers a great variety of routes that will A Roman cave the largest caves in the Region of Murcia at 14km in element in treatments such as baths, showers and the former Islamic settlement of Medina Siyâsa, an which are complemented by excellent products introduce you to its museums and interpretation centres, In Fortuna you can see the remains of the ancient length, although the visitors' route, which has lighting massages. They also offer the very latest in cosmetic archaeological site that dates back to the 11th-13th such as grapes from Alhama de Murcia or its architectural heritage, its sanctuaries, its eco-tourism Roman Thermal Baths and prehistoric, Roman and and sound in several areas, covers a distance of 400m. and beauty treatments. Spas are located both on the centuries. You can find out more about it at the “Mantellina” from Totana. trails, the “Via Verde” or Green Route, the Bullas Wine Islamic sites at the Cueva Negra (Black Cave). Pliego and Cieza also have caves that are open to visitors. coast and in the main cities. museum of the same name. Route or the market route amongst others.

Playa Mistral Tourist Information SAN JAVIER Point C/ Padre Juan. Centro Cultural Príncipe de Asturias. www.murciaturistica.es Playa Mistral Km. 12-13. 30720 San Javier TOURIST 30380 La Manga del Mar Menor - San Javier T: + 34 968 571 704 - F: + 34 968 573 963 www.no-typical.tv T: +34 968 146 136 - F: + 34 968 564 958 [email protected] [email protected] www.sanjavier.es www.marmenor.es WHERE OFFICES Plaza de España Tourist Information LA UNIÓN Point C/ Mayor. Edificio Casa del Piñón, 55. Plaza de España, 3. 30730 San Javier 30360 La Unión. T: + 34 968 573 700 - ext 329 T: + 34 968 541 614 - F: + 34 968 541 614 F: + 34 968 192 652 [email protected] [email protected] www.ayto-launion.com www.sanjavier.es AM I LORCA SAN PEDRO DEL PINATAR ABANILLA CARAVACA DE LA CRUZ C/ Lope Gisbert. Palacio Guevara, s/n. Avda. Las Salinas (Edf. CIT), 55. Calle Pío XII, 12B. 30640 Abanilla C/ De Las Monjas, 17. 30400 Caravaca de la Cruz 30800 Lorca 30740 San Pedro del Pinatar T: + 34 968 684 075 - F: + 34 968 684 075 T: + 34 968 702 424 - + 34 968 701 003 T: + 34 968 441 914 - F: + 34 968 466 157 T: + 34 968 182 301- F: + 34 968 183 706 [email protected] F: + 34 968 700 952 [email protected] [email protected] www.abanilla.es [email protected] www.lorcaturismo.es - www.lorca.es www.sanpedroturismo.com www.turismocaravaca.org TODAY? ABARÁN LOS ALCÁZARES Esplanade Tourist Information Plaza de la Zarzuela, 14. 30550 Abarán Cuesta del Castillo Tourist Carretera Nacional 332. Urbanización Oasis Point T: + 34 968 450 808 - F: + 34 968 770 555 Information Point 30710 Los Alcázares Explanada de lo Pagán, 1. [email protected] C/ Cuesta del Castillo, 2. 30400 Caravaca de la Cruz. T: + 34 968 171 361 - F: + 34 968 575 249 30740 San Pedro del Pinatar www.abaran.es T: + 34 968 702 000 [email protected] T: + 34 968 182 301 - F: + 34 968 183 706 [email protected] www.ayto-losalcazares.es [email protected] ÁGUILAS www.turismocaravaca.org www.sanpedroturismo.com Tourist Map Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, s/n. 30880 Águilas Town Hall Tourist Information Point T: + 34 968 493 285 - + 34 968 493 173 CARTAGENA Calle Fuster, 45. 30710 Los Alcázares TORRE PACHECO Region of Murcia F: + 34 968 446 082 Plaza Almirante Bastarreche, s/n. T: + 34 968 575 756 - F: + 34 968 575 756 C/ Cartagena, 51. [email protected] 30202 Cartagena [email protected] 30700 Torre Pacheco www.aguilas.es T: + 34 968 506 483 - F: + 34 968 526 912 www.ayto-losalcazares.es T: + 34 968 579 937 -F: + 34 968 577 964 [email protected] [email protected] ALEDO www.cartagena.es Los Narejos Tourist Information Point www.torrepacheco.es Pza. del Castillo s/n. 30859 Aledo Avenida Río Nalón, 17. 30710 Los Alcázares T: + 34 968 484 422 - + 34 696 962 116 Tourist Information Point T: + 34 968 582 119 - F: + 34 968 575 573 TOTANA F: + 34 968 484 423 Plaza del Ayuntamiento, s/n. [email protected] C/ Mayor Sevilla, 1. [email protected] 30201 Cartagena www.ayto-losalcazares.es 30850 Totana www.aledo.es [email protected] T: + 34 968 423 902 - F: + 34 968 418 183 www.cartagena.es MAZARRÓN [email protected] ALHAMA DE MURCIA Plaza Toneleros, s/n. 30860 Mazarrón www.turismo.totana.es Plaza Constitución, 10. 30840 Alhama de Murcia CEHEGÍN T: + 34 968 594 426 - F: + 34 968 153 121 T: + 34 968 633 512 - F: + 34 968 633 512 Plaza del Castillo, 1. 30430 Cehegín [email protected] La Santa Tourist Information Point [email protected] T: + 34 968 723 550 - F: + 34 968 723 555 www.mazarron.es Paraje de La Santa, s/n. www.alhamademurcia.es [email protected] 30850 Totana www.turismocehegin.es MORATALLA T: + 34 968 427 545 - F: + 34 968 425 455 ARCHENA C/ Barrio Nuevo, s/n. Town Hall. 30440 Moratalla [email protected] Parque Palacete de Villarías, s/n. 30600 Archena CIEZA T: + 34 968 730 208 - F: + 34 968 730 543 T - F: + 34 968 674 738 Plaza de España, s/n. 30530 Cieza [email protected] YECLA [email protected] T: + 34 968 453 500 - F: + 34 868 963 423 www.ayuntamientomoratalla.net Plaza Mayor, Casa de los Arcos, s/n. www.archena.es [email protected] 30510 Yecla www.ciezaturistica.es MULA T: + 34 968 754 104 - F: + 34 968 790 712 BLANCA C/ Páez, 12. 30170 Mula [email protected] Avda. Río Segura. Centro de Interpretación de la FORTUNA T: + 34 968 661 501 - F: + 34 968 637 009 www.yecla.es Luz y el Agua. 30540 Blanca Avda. Juan Carlos I, s/n. 30620 Fortuna [email protected] T: + 34 968 775 093 - F: + 34 968 778 661 T: + 34 968 685 586 - F: + 34 968 685 676 www.aytomula.es [email protected] [email protected] www.blanca.es www.aytofortuna.es MURCIA Plaza Cardenal Belluga. Town Hall building. 30004 Murcia BULLAS JUMILLA T: + 34 968 358 749 - F: + 34 968 358 748 C/ Avda. de Murcia, 75. 30180 Bullas Plaza del Rollo, 1. 30520 Jumilla [email protected] T: + 34 968 652 244 - F: + 34 968 653 914 T: + 34 968 780 237 - F: + 34 968 780 237 www.murciaciudad.com [email protected] [email protected] www.bullas.es www.jumilla.org Avda. Juan Carlos I, Parador Exit from Motorway, CALASPARRA LA MANGA DEL MAR MENOR 109. 30890 Puerto Lumbreras Edificio Casa Granero, 14. 30420 Calasparra Gran Vía, Km. 0. 30380 Cartagena T: + 34 968 436 153 - F: + 34 968 402 410 T: + 34 968 745 325 - F: + 34 968 723 000 T: + 34 968 146 136 - F: + 34 968 564 958 M: + 34 652 902 282 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.calasparra.org www.marmenor.es www.puertolumbreras.es