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Mula shopkeeper charged with selling Viagra over the counter Police raided 16 shops and found staff working without contracts The owner of a small food shop and general store (or “bazar”) in Mula, in the north-west of Murcia, has been placed under arrest after officers of the Policía Nacional.. 23/04/2019

First black truffle harvest at experimental plot in Caravaca Périgord truffles can fetch over 1,000 euros per kilo At the experimental agricultural centre of Las Nogueras de Arriba in Caravaca de la Cruz staff belonging to the Agriculture department of the regional government of Murcia have begun collecting.. 23/04/2019

Rafting, kayaking, canoeing, canyoning, buggy routes and 4-by-4 tours with MurciAventuraS in the beautiful Ricote valleyBook a choice of activities and fun days out for family and friends in the Ricote Valley, central Murcia. The beautiful Ricote valley in central Murcia boasts some of the most attractive landscapes in the Costa Cálida, and MurciAventuraS offers a variety..

15th March to 10th June Nacho Murillo at the Convent of San Francisco Pinturas y collages can be viewed at the Sala de exposiciones temporales of the Claustro Alto, Museo Ciudad de Mula Opening hours: From Monday to Sunday between 10:00 and 14:00, closed on Tuesdays. Click for Mula tourist office which is within.. 15/03/2019

Open daily: La Ruta del Vino or Wine Route of Jumilla: visiting the wineries 15 bodegas are affiliated to the Ruta del Vino and offer a wide range of guided visits The wineries and vineyards of the Ruta del Vino in the municipality of Jumilla can be enjoyed and visited in a number of ways, either by individuals or by groups of..

What’s on in Jumilla, cultural agenda from February to April 2019 A host of events including concerts, artisans’ days, exhibitions and plenty of activities for children The late winter and early spring is marked throughout Spain by Carnival and the Easter celebrations, but in Jumilla in the north of the Region..

Exhibitions throughout the Murcia Region There are always a considerable number of exhibitions on display throughout the Murcia Region in dedicated exhibition spaces and public buildings, all of which are free of charge to visitors. See the scrolling feed below for a selection of current..

22nd April to 5th May 2019 Visit the paper carriages of Yecla prior to the Fiestas of San Isidro The 5ª Ruta de Carrozas: Un Paseo entre Papelicos Each year the most northernly municipality in the Murcia region, Yecla, holds its annual Fiestas Patronales in honour of the patron saint of agriculturalists, San Isidro. These fiestas include..

24th to 29th April preliminary events for the Fiestas of the Santísima Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz Caravaca gears up for the annual running of the wine horses The main events in the annual fiestas of Caravaca de la Cruz, including the running of the wine horses, take place in the first couple of days of May, but the weekend before marks the beginning..

24th April to the 5th May Fiestas of the Santísima y Vera Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz 2018 This includes the Running of the Wine Horses on 2nd May The core fiestas take place between the 1st and 5th May, with the preliminary activities beginning on 24th April. The Running of the Wine Horses is on the 2nd May The running of the wine..

April 27th FREE guided tour of the El Milano prehistoric site in Mula This site contains prehistoric rock art remains and was also used as a burial site Further information available in Spanish about the site on www.abrigodelmilano.es The prehistoric site of el Milano in Mula is located 15 kilometres from the modern..

27th April Jumilla: FREE ENGLISH LANGUAGE guided tour of historical Jumilla and Ethnographical Museum Jumilla also offers many bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: OLD TOWN OF JUMILLA AND ETHNOLOGICAL MUSEUM Language: ENGLISH (see feed below for dates of other English and Spanish language tours) This FREE guided tour..

27th April to 20th May 2019 Fiestas of San Isidro in Yecla Held in honour of the patron saint of agriculture Each year the most northernly municipality in the Murcia region, Yecla, holds its annual Fiestas Patronales in honour of the patron saint of agriculturalists, San Isidro. These fiestas include..

27th April day of the patron of Moratalla, Jesucristo AparecidoMoratalla celebrates the day of its patron, el Día de Jesucristo Aparecido, Patrón de la Villa on the 27th April. The day of Jesucristo Aparecido is celebrated every April in the north-westerly town of Moratalla and commemorates the appearance..

28th April Jumilla: ENGLISH LANGUAGE castle tour Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous The English language tour departs at 10:15 from the Tourist Information Office. Please note that no transpòrt is provided, so a vehicle is required...

Saturdays and Sundays: Jumilla castle open for visits The castle above Jumilla is open on Saturday and Sunday mornings during the winter With the winter nights drawing in visiting times at the medieval castle which stands above the town of Jumilla are limited to weekend mornings until the end of February..

28th April guided tour of the Begastri Visigoth site and the wine school in Cehegín. Begastri was a major Visigoth settlement in north-west Murcia The important archaeological site of Begastri, 3 kilometres from Cehegín, is offering a Spanish language tour of the remains of the hilltop fortress town followed bu a visit to the..

3rd and 4th May free live music in the Caravaca de la Cruz May Fiestas Click here to see full programme of events within the Fiestas of la Vera Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz, north-west Murcia. Free music and DJ sets in the Recinto Festero which is alongside the Salones Castillo de la Cruz: Friday 3rd May: Gazebo Dj From..

Friday 3rd May ENGLISH LANGUAGE guided wine tour in Jumilla The minibus picks up from Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco - Friday 3rd May: SCENIC WINE TOUR (Secret Moorish Valley + Jumilla Winery) Mediterranean Cartagena tours specialise in English language guided tours of the Region of Murcia, using..

4th and 18th May Jumilla castle tour Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous There are two Spanish language tours at 10.00 and 11.30 on each of the two dates.Cost 2.10 euros including Vat. Visit the Mediaeval castle in Jumilla after..

4th May Yecla Colors Party fun run and party Participants will be covered in coloured paint The northernmost municipality of the Murcia Region, Yecla, is immersed in its fiestas in honour of San Isidro, patron saint of agriculturalists from the end of April to the middle of May. The central parade..

5th May Guided tour of the Villa Vieja, or the former Moorish settlement in Calasparra La Villa Vieja, which means old town is the location of the first true settlement in the area which is now Calasparra. This settlement was inhabited during the occupation of the area by the Moors and was probably a farming community, an alquerí..

11th May guided tour of the Santa Ana monastery in Jumilla in English and Spanish Jumilla also offers many bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: CONVENTO DE SANTA ANA (IN SPANISH) CONVENT OF SAINT ANNE (MOUNTAIN) Although Jumilla is best known for its many bodegas and wine production, the municipality..

12th May Jumilla Free guided tour of Archaeological Museum and old quarter Jumilla also offers many wine-producing bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: CASCO ANTIGUO DE JUMILLA +MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO Language: Spanish (see feed below for dates of other English and Spanish language tours) This..

18th May parade of paper floats for San Isidro Yecla (Gran Cabalgata de Carrozas) This spectacular parade represents thousands of hours of hand-work to create the floats The northernmost municipality of the Murcia Region, Yecla, is immersed in its fiestas in honour of San Isidro, patron saint of agriculturalists from the end of April..

19th May Jumilla: ENGLISH LANGUAGE castle tour Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous The English language tour departs at 10:15 from the Tourist Information Office. Please note that no transpòrt is provided, so a vehicle is required...

19th May 2019 FREE guided tour of historical Caravaca de la Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz, guided visit of historical quarter Route date: 19th May 2019 Route name: Patrimonio Nobiliario CARAVACA DE LA CRUZ. Caravaca de la Cruz is one of only 5 Holy Cities in the world, due to the presence of part of the lignum..

25th May Free guided tour to discover the baroque palaces of Cehegín This north-westerly town is crammed with palatial homes The town of Cehegín still retains a significant number of the palatial houses formerly owned by the wealthy nobles who controlled the land surrounding the town and this tour visits several..

Friday 31st May ENGLISH language Bullas Wine Tour with lunch and transport included Pick-ups in Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco: Includes return trip in a minibus, tapas lunch, wine tastings and guided tour Mediterranean Cartagena tours specialise in English language guided tours of the Region of Murcia, using a fully qualified..

2nd June Jumilla castle tour Afterwards there’s time for a visit to one of the Bodegas for which Jumilla is so famous There are two Spanish language tours at 10.00 and 11.30.Cost 2.10 euros including Vat. Visit the Mediaeval castle in Jumilla after its recent restoration..

1st June FREE ENGLISH language guided tour of Jumilla old town and Archaeological Museum Jumilla also offers many wine-producing bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: OLD TOWN OF JUMILLA +ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Language: English (see feed below for dates of other Englishand Spanish language tours) This FREE guided..

8th June guided tour of the Santa Ana monastery in Jumilla in English and Spanish Jumilla also offers many bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: CONVENTO DE SANTA ANA (IN SPANISH) CONVENT OF SAINT ANNE (MOUNTAIN) Although Jumilla is best known for its many bodegas and wine production, the municipality..

9th June Jumilla: Free guided tour of historical Jumilla and Ethnographical Museum Jumilla also offers many bodegas which can be visited on the same day Route name: CASCO ANTIGUO DE JUMILLA +MUSEO ETNOGRÁFICO Language: Spanish (see feed below for dates of English language tours) This FREE guided tour explores..

15th June Yecla: Nocturnal tour, legends and mysteries of Yecla Spanish language tour: Visita nocturna: Leyendas y misterios de Yecla This evening tour recounts tales, legend and mysteries which are all part of the history of Yecla and follows a route through the old quarter of the town.Many of the locals themselves..

The streets of Jumilla flow red with wine as thousands are soaked in the annual Cabalgata70,000 litres of wine was poured over and into the thousands who enjoyed this crazy event Click here to see the full photo gallery/ Haga clic aquí para ver la galería de fotos completa: WWW.JUMILLATODAY.COM Jumilla held its annual..

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Menu del Día for 12€ or 15€ at D’Gusta in the centre of Caravaca de la CruzEnjoy the very best of Caravaca just off the Plaza del Arco in the old city centre D’Gusta in the centre of Caravaca de la Cruz, just a minute’s walk from the road leading up to the castle and basilica, offers a selection of the best in local cuisine..

Monte Arabí in Yecla, prehistoric rock art, and a multitude of legends Rock art at the sites in Yecla show several different periods of Prehistoric rock art The archaeological sites on Monte Arabí in the municipality of Yecla are considered among the most important in the Region of Murcia, containing prehistoric art..

Yecla Wine Route: Almazara Deortegas in Yecla Organic extra virgen olive oil in Yecla Although the name of Yecla is synonymous with wine, it is also the scene of significant olive oil production, and visitors to Yecla are strongly advised to make every effort to either visit the Deortega olive oil..

Casa Museo de Los Caballos del Vino Caravaca de la CruzA chance to see the incredible embroideries of the Running of the Wine Horses up close If you’re in the Region of Murcia on May 2nd then take the opportunity to witness one of the most memorable and unique fiestas to be seen anywhere in Spain and watch..

Jumilla wine route, Bodega Silvano GarcíaThe winery is in the town centre of Jumilla and is open for wine sales and visits The Silvano García winery is one of several featured on the Jumilla wine route, and is one of the most easily accessed, as it is conveniently located on the main..

How to book and navigate the Bullas Wine Routes, the Rutas del Vino Practical information to help you enjoy a visit to Bullas The wine installations and attractions of the Rutas del Vino of Bullas can be enjoyed and visited in a number of ways, either by individuals or groups of any size. There are five Bodegas.. 03/11/2016

Bullas wine route: Bodegas del Rosario Bullas Ruta del Vino: the winery and shop of Bodegas del Rosario are both in the town of Bullas The “Bodegas del Rosario” cooperative is the largest wine producer in the Bullas Denomination of Origin, and has been at the forefront of production..

Bullas wine route: Bodega Monastrell Bullas Ruta del Vino: the Monastrell winery specializes in organic and vegan wine production In the highly competitive world of wine production the small winery of Bodega Monastrell in Bullas has carved out a niche for itself in the field of organic..

Bullas wine route: The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla A step back in time on the Ruta del Vino to Bullas around the year 1900 The Casa-Museo Don Pepe Marsilla in Bullas occupies a house which was originally built in the year 1723, but was remodeled in the late 19th century by one of the town’s most illustrious..

José Díaz Cartagena; supplier of catering hospitality supplies for Hotels and Restaurants in the Murcia Region The business supplies restaurants, cafés, hotels, bars with catering and hostelry products For any restaurant, café, hotel or bar in the Cartagena area or across the Murcia Region, José Díaz is the leading supplier of a full..

Bullas Wine Route: Bodega Balcona Bullas Ruta del Vino: Bodega Balcona can be visited by prior appointment Bodega Balcona is a family-run company which produces three wine labels from the grapes harvested on land in the Valle del Aceniche, and every effort is made to maintain the local..

Bullas Wine Route: Bodegas Lavia Bodegas Lavia, a picturesque vineyard and winery on the Bullas Ruta del Vino This D.O. Bullas vineyard is located at 800 metres above sea level Bodegas Lavia is one of the wineries on the Bullas wine route, offering visitors an opportunity to..

Museo del Vino, the wine museum of Bullas The history of Bullas is inextricably linked with wine production Grapes and wine are an intrinsic part of the history, economy and entire way of life of the town of Bullas in the north-west of the Region of Murcia, to the extent where it is very difficult..

The Salto del Usero in Bullas The Bullas waterfall and rock pools offer an inland bathing alternative in the north-west of the Murcia Region The Salto del Usero is one of the most widely enjoyed natural beauty spots in the Region of Murcia, and during the summer is used as an inland..

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

Caravaca de la Cruz, Archaeological Museum Museo Arqueológico municipal de la Soledad The Museo Arquelogico de la Soledad in Caravaca de la Cruz The Region of Murcia has an extraordinary history and pre-history, with rich archaeological remains at over 2,000 sites dating back to the earliest dawn of the existence of humans...

The Museo de Siyâsa in Cieza The precursor of modern Cieza was an important Moorish Medina which sits atop a craggy peak above the modern town Cieza has been occupied for more than 7,000 years and the Museo de Siyâsa contains artifacts excavated from sites throughout the.. 18/01/2015

Sala Camelot, Cehegín Click for map, Sala Camelot

Weekly markets north and north-west Murcia Regular markets in the north and north-west of Murcia Not all weekly markets are set in stone, and if they coincide with public holidays they may be cancelled or postponed. In addition, days can change, so if you're not sure a call to the relevant..

10km walking/cycling route, leaving from Cieza town Route 1 La Isla– El Horno, from Cieza town This is a cycling and walking route through Cieza which is an ideal way to discover the beauty of the Ciezan countryside enjoy the fruit orchards and agricultural areas of the municipality, including..

Cycling, walking, driving route 2, Cieza routes Route 2 La Brujilla This route could be cycled, walked or driven through the Cieza municipality. The route passes through the peach orchards and agricultural cultivated areas which make Cieza such an attractive location to visit, particularly..

Driving route of Cieza to see La Floración Route 3 La Parra –El Horno - El Acho This is a drivable tarmac route through Cieza and is designed for those who want to enjoy a drive through the peach orchards during La Floración, although can also be driven at any time of the..

Walking Routes Cieza, the PR MU-11, to Medina Siyasa Sendero PR-MU 11: Medina Siyâsa (Route PR-MU 11) The PR-MU 11, Medina Siyâsa, is an 8.5km long walking route in the municipality of Cieza, a signposted circular walk which runs alongside the Vega del Segura river close to the town, and passes..

Walking routes Cieza, the PR-MU 25 Almadenes – Almorchón, 13.3 kilometres The PR-MU 25, Almadenes - Almorchón, is a medium length popular walking route in Cieza and is a well sign posted, circular route through one of the most characteristically Ciezan areas of the municipality..

Be informed, property tax is calculated on the book value of property, not mid crisis prices The taxman does not understand the concept of bargain homes This is a very interesting aspect of the economic crisis and the decline in house price values, which is leaving bargain buyers with a nasty shock. The sale price of a home is one thing.. 26/02/2013

Cieza tourist office Oficina de Turismo de Cieza The Tourist Information office in Cieza is centrally located in Cieza, opposite the historical indoor market place, which is an ideal location to buy fresh fruit and local produce whilst visiting the town.

Cieza, Medina Siyasa The 13th century Moorish town of Medina Siyâsa in Cieza Cieza is the home of one of the best preserved 11th to 13th century Moorish town settlements on the Spanish peninsula: Siyâsa, located 5km outside of modern day Cieza high above the town..

Molino de Cebollo or Molino de Teodoro , CiezaThe Cebollo or Teodoro mill The Teodoro mill is an important vestige of Cieza’s agricultural heritage and is not only one of the oldest, but also one of the best preserved watermills in the Region of Murcia, having been in use from the 15th to the 20th..

Bullas Tourist Information Office Oficina de turismo de Bullas The Tourist information office which covers the municipality of Bullas is part of the same complex housing the Museo del Vino, the Wine Museum, focusing on one of the principal activities in the area of Bullas: wine production..

Museum of El Cigarralejo, Mula Museo de Arte Ibérico El Cigarralejo, Mula The El Cigarralejo Museum in Mula houses finds from the El Cigarralejo Iberian site which is located 4 kilometres from the centre of Mula town, in a strategic position overlooking important prehistoric communications..

Begastri CeheginIntroduction to Begastri, Cehegín Location of Begastri The site is 3km from the centre of Cehegín and is located on the edge of the Vía Verde, popular with both walkers and cyclists alike, a former railway line which linked Murcia..

Fiestas in Calasparra Calasparra Fiestas and Traditions Calasparra has a number of Fiestas and festivals throughout the year, intertwining its rich history with the local traditions which define the town, namely the agricultural links of Calasparra, rice growing and livestock..

Santuario Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Esperanza, Calasparra One of the most beautiful sanctuaries in the Region of Murcia is that of the Virgen de la Esperanza in Calasparra. This little sanctuary is cut into the rock face of a sheer cliff, overlooking the River..

Mula, The Roman Villa of Los Villaricos Mula, Villa Romano de Los Villaricos Mula is the location of a major, large scale Roman agricultural villa, in the area of Villaricos, close to the banks of the River Mula. This is one of the most important agricultural villas in the Region of Murcia..

Museum of ethnic instruments, the Carlos Blanco Fadol collection, Barranda The Museo de Música Étnica, Barranda The man responsible for this amazing place is one individual. Carlos Blanco Fadol. There are many accomplished musicians throughout the world with a passion for music, who are moved to explore..

Museo Carrilero, Caravaca de la Cruz, sculptural museum Caravaca de la Cruz, Museo Carrilero, the art and sculptures of Jose Carrilero Sculptor José Carrilero Gil was born in 1928 in Caravaca de la Cruz, in the building which now houses a museum dedicated to his works, the Museo Carrilero. His.. 04/07/2010

Las Fuentes del Marques and the Torreón de los Templarios The Centro de Interpretacion (Nature Centre), Las Fuentes del Marques. This is an attractive natural park area, about 2km from the centre of Caravaca itself and is the ideal place to escape the milling crowds, go for a quiet, tranquil pic-nic and enjoy..

Museo de la Vera Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz The Museo de la Cruz within the walls of the medieval castle of Caravaca The Basílica de la Vera Cruz in Caravaca stands on the top of the hill behind the city, within the walls of the castle and alongside the museum dedicated to the True Cross..

Caravaca de la Cruz Museo Etnografico en Miniatura Angel Reinon An extraordinary collection of miniatures dedicated to the ethnographic history of Caravaca de la Cruz This is an extraordinary little museum and anyone who loves remarkable engineering and appreciates skilled craftsmanship should go and see it, marvelling..

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