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    Murcia

    Murcia lies on the Segura River in the Huerta, an agricultural area irrigated since Moorish times.

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    Murcia lies on the Segura River in the Huerta, an agricultural area irrigated since Moorish times. The Santa María Cathedral with its baroque main façade, the Casino with its opulent halls, and the Plaza de las Flores form the core of the old town.
    Murcia, with around 470,000 inhabitants, is one of Spain's larger cities but is often overlooked by travelers. The old town north of the Segura River is compact: From the cathedral, the pedestrian streets Trapería and Platería lead to squares with tapas bars, such as Plaza de las Flores. Around the city lies the Huerta with its fruit and vegetable gardens. It gets very hot in summer; spring and autumn are the most pleasant times to visit.

    Sights in Murcia

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    Church

    1Cathedral Santa María

    Built from the 14th century, the cathedral blends Gothic chapels with a richly adorned 18th-century Baroque façade. The nearly 90-meter-high bell tower can be climbed. Inside, the late Gothic Capilla de los Vélez is the highlight.
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    2Real Casino de Murcia

    The 19th-century social club on Calle Trapería is open to visitors. Behind the facade lie a Moorish-inspired courtyard, a library, and a ballroom with chandeliers.
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    3Salzillo Museum

    The museum houses works by Baroque sculptor Francisco Salzillo, among them processional figures carried through Murcia on Good Friday, and a nativity scene with over 500 figures.
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    Food and Drink

    Zarangollo

    Scrambled eggs with zucchini and onions, a classic tapa from the Huerta.

    Savory meat pie

    Small round meat pie made of puff pastry, sold in bakeries and bars.

    Paparajotes

    Lemon leaves, deep-fried in batter and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. The leaf itself is not eaten.

    Culture

    Baroque City on the SeguraMurcia was founded in the 9th century by the Moors. The Cathedral of Santa María blends Gothic elements with an 18th-century Baroque main facade and a roughly 90-meter-high bell tower. The Salzillo Museum displays sculptor Francisco Salzillo's processional figures and a large Nativity scene. The Real Casino on Calle Trapería boasts richly decorated, historicist-style halls.After Easter, the city celebrates its Fiestas de Primavera with the Bando de la Huerta, where residents parade in traditional costume.

    Exploring locally

    Explore the Old Town on foot. A tram line and city buses connect the centre with the suburbs. The Murcia del Carmen train station, south of the river, offers high-speed trains to Madrid and regional trains to Cartagena. Buses serve Corvera airport.

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    Nearby

    Murcia

    Murcia

    The Murcia region in southeast Spain has a dry, sunny climate with mild winters. The capital, Murcia, is known for its baroque cathedral facade and the Huerta, a traditional fruit and vegetable growing area. On the coast are the port city of Cartagena with its Roman theatre and the Mar Menor, a large saltwater lagoon.
    Cartagena

    Cartagena

    Founded by the Carthaginians as Qart Hadasht around 227 BC, Cartagena remains a major naval port to this day. The unearthed Roman Theatre, Modernisme facades on Calle Mayor, and fortifications overlooking the port tell a story of over two millennia of city history.
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    Elche (Elx)

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    Alicante

    Alicante

    Alicante, a vibrant port city on the Costa Blanca, blends historical charm with Mediterranean flair. The imposing Castillo de Santa Bárbara overlooks the city, offering expansive views over the bay; you can reach the Moorish-influenced fortress on foot or by elevator. Stroll along the famous Explanada de España, a palm-lined promenade with a wave mosaic, leading to the harbour. Discover the picturesque district of Barrio de Santa Cruz with its narrow streets and flower-adorned houses. Find authentic culinary experiences in the Old Town's tapas bars. Visit the castle ideally early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat and capture the best light.
    Costa Blanca

    Costa Blanca

    The coast of Alicante province, known as Costa Blanca, stretches from Dénia in the north to Pilar de la Horadada on the Murcia border. To the north, limestone mountains like Montgó and Penyal d'Ifac drop steeply into the sea, dotted with coves and small ports. South of Alicante, the coast becomes flat, featuring long sandy beaches, salt flats, and dunes.You'll find resorts like Benidorm, old towns such as Altea, Elche's palm grove, and a mountainous interior with villages like Guadalest.