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Improvements at the Charco del Zorro beauty spot in Jumilla A popular spot for a day out among locals just behind the castle of Jumilla Many visitors to the town of Jumilla in the north of the region of Murcia don’t have enough time to venture round to the “other” side of the hill on which.. 18/02/2019

Four arrested after 9 burglaries at rural properties in Mula Spanish and Colombian youths detained by the Guardia Civil Four people have been arrested by the Guardia Civil in connection with a series of nine burglaries at country properties in the municipality of Mula, in the north-west of the Region of Murcia.. 15/02/2019

Don Simón launch fully recyclable fruit juice cartons The Jumilla-based firm plans to extend the new containers to its whole range of drinks and soups The Jumilla-based drinks company J. García Carrión has launched a new range of fruit juices which are commercialized in environmentally.. 12/02/2019

Sporting activities in Cieza during the Floración 2019 Running and mountain races, cycling, canoeing Every February and March thousands of visitors flock to Cieza to witness the spectacle as 5000 hectares of fruit trees, most of them peach, burst into bloom,(La Floración) but the activities in the..

Improved facilities at the Santa Ana beauty spot in the mountains outside Jumilla Picnic tables, barbecues and toilets for visitors to Santa Ana and La Fuente de la Jarra The 130,000-euro project to improve facilities at the popular beauty spot of Santa Ana La Vieja and La Fuente de la Jarra, in the mountains outside Jumilla in.. 07/02/2019

Undocumented snow well discovered in Sierra Espuña The structure is the first of its kind to have been found in Mula Staff of the regional government department of the Environment have recently stumbled across an unexpected discover in the part of the mountains of Sierra Espuña which lies.. 07/02/2019

Jumilla to honour the locals who were sent to Nazi concentration camps Mauthausen in Austria was known as the “concentration camp of the Spaniards” The Town Hall of Jumilla has become the latest in the Region of Murcia to honour residents of the municipality who died were incarcerated in the Nazi concentration.. 07/02/2019

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..

2nd February to 2nd March 2019; Special set menus focusing on the truffle in north-west Murcia This is the north-west of the Murcia Region The Jornadas Gastronómicas en torno a la Trufa are being held for the second time in the north-west of the Murcia Region between the 2nd February and the 2nd March 2019. The use of the truffle is..

Free activities in the regional parks of Murcia during February 2019Activities for all the family in the regional parks this month Murcia possesses a number of regional parks, each one offering a unique eco-system with its own characteristics, ranging from the Salinas de San Pedro del Pinatar, which includes wild beaches..

2nd February to 3rd March Cehegín Tapas and Cocktail Route 20 bars and restaurants in Cehegín are taking part in the popular tapas event The annual tapas and cocktails route has become a fixture in the town of Cehegín in north-western Murcia over the last decade, and the 11th edition, which is taking..

La Floración Cieza: Introduction to Floración 20195000 hectares of peach trees burst into flower for the spring From the middle of February to the middle of April, the municipality of Cieza in central Murcia is transformed into a sea of sweet smelling pink and white as La Floración fills the orchards..

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..

Yoga in Bodegas BSI in Jumilla on Thursdays Yoga in the winery every Thursday from 21st February to 11th April Bodegas BSI (Bodegas San isidro) in Jumilla is repeating the highly successful sessions of Yoga held in the atmospheric setting of the winery every Thursday between the 21st February..

21st February popular songs for soprano soloists JumillaPart of the cultural programme for spring 2019 in Jumilla 20.00: The chamber music cycle continues at the Teatro Vico in Jumilla with a recital by the Compañía Lírica Julián Santos and soprano Paloma Friedhoff, accompanied..

Friday 22nd February 2019 ENGLISH language guided Bullas wine tour (Bodegas Monastrell) Includes return trip in a minibus, lunch, wine tastings and guided tour, pick-up from Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco Mediterranean Cartagena tours specialise in English language guided tours of the Region of Murcia, using a fully qualified and..

23rd February 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..

23rd February free guided tour of Cehegín bodega and wine school Cehegín is a hilltop town in the north-west of the Murcia Region and forms part of the D.O Bullas The distinctive silhouette of the old quarter of Cehegín is full of towers and spikes, reflecting the monnumental nature of the old quarter..

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..

24th February Canirun Caravaca de la Cruz: running race with dogs A race for those who want to run with their dogs The first ever Canirun is taking place in Caravaca de la Cruz on 24th February over a distance of 3.5km for those aged 15+, 1.2km for those aged 9-14 and 500 metres for juniors of 4-8 years of age...

Free guided tours of the Villaricos Roman Villa site in Mula on Sundays throughout February 2019 The Roman Villa of Los Villaricos was an important agricultural villa On the 3rd, 10th and 24th February the Town Hall of Mula is offering a free guided tour of the Roman Villa site of Villaricos (the “Los Villaricos” archaeological site:..

1st March ENGLISH language daytrip to Jumilla artisan breweryPick-ups from Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco: the daytrip includes transport, guide, tour, tasting and tapas. Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is a firm specialising in English language guided tours of the Region of Murcia, using a fully qualified..

Musical events in Cieza during the Floración 2019; 2nd to 30th March Concerts during March as thousands of visitors flock to see the fruit trees of Cieza in blossom Every spring thousands of visitors head to Cieza to witness the blazing patchwork canopy of colours as the fruit orchards burst into blossom, and this year..

Cultural activities and guided visits in Cieza during Floración 2019Music, photography and visits to prehistoric sites during March in Cieza During the period of Floración in Cieza there are a number of cultural visits and guided tours for those looking to combine a visit to the blossom fields with other activities..

3rd March artisan market in Cieza Cieza, Mercadillo de los Frailes Cieza is now immersed in "La Floración", the annual flowering of hundreds of thousands of peach trees around the town, painting the countryside pink and white. It's a popular time to visit the municipality..

Sundays in March: Guided tours of Villaricos Roman Villa site in Mula The Roman Villa of Los Villaricos was an important agricultural villa On the 3rd, 10th and 31st March the Town Hall of Mula is offering a free guided tour of the Roman Villa site of Villaricos (the “Los Villaricos” archaeological site: this..

Sunday 3rd March come and learn to weave esparto grass in Jumilla The Espartedeti event is free of charge and all are welcome! Everyone is invited to come along and join in with the March edition of Espartedeti in the house of the artisan in Jumilla, including those who either weave esparto grass or those with no experience..

3rd March 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...

9th March Flamenco and copla at the Teatro Vico in JumillaPart of the cultural programme for spring 2019 in Jumilla 20.30: A night of copla and flamenco songs performed by Manuel Lombo, accompanied by the Asociación Musical “Julián Santos”, at the Teatro Vico. The programme includes..

9th and 30th March 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..

Sunday 10th March Open doors crafts day at the Casa del Artesano in Jumilla Jumilla has so much more to offer than just wine bodegas Sunday 10th March 10.00 to 14.00: Open doors morning at the Casa del Artesano in Calle Rico, organized by the Jumilla Artisans Association. the "House of the artisan" is a centre focusing..

10th March free guided tour of most important monuments in Mula Guided tour of the Casco Antiguo or old quarter of Mula This free tour offers an orientation route around the centre of historic Mula, helping visitors to understand the general layout of the town and see the main historic sights of interest from outside..

Thursday 14th March chamber music at the Teatro Vico in JumillaPart of the cultural programme for spring 2019 in Jumilla 20.00: The chamber music cycle at the Teatro Vico continues with a recital by pianist Pedro Valero. The first half consists of Julián Santos’ Suite Santa Ana, in deference to the..

Friday 15th March ENGLISH language Yecla wine tour This guided tour includes guide, tour, transport and wine tasting Pick-ups from Los Alcázares, La Torre Golf Resort and the Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort. Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is a firm specialising in English language guided tours..

17th March 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..

17th March Free guided tour of the historical centre of Caravaca de la Cruz Caravaca de la Cruz, guided visit of historical quarter Route date: 17th March 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..

23rd March 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..

March 24th FREE guided visit to 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..

29th and 31st March Jesus Christ Superstar Rock Musical in JumillaPart of the cultural programme for spring 2019 in Jumilla 29th March and 31st March Two charity performances of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical Jesus Christ Superstar, viewed by some as the finest rock opera ever, in the Teatro Vico..

30th March free guided tour of Cehegín bodega and wine school Cehegín is a hilltop town in the north-west of the Murcia Region and forms part of the D.O Bullas The distinctive silhouette of the old quarter of Cehegín is full of towers and spikes, reflecting the monnumental nature of the old quarter..

31st March 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..

31st March Guided tour to learn about Semana Santa in Jumilla Jumilla has been celebrating Semana Santa for more than 600 years Route name: RUTA SEMANA SANTA - CASCO ANTIGUO Language: Spanish (see feed below for other English language tours in Jumilla) Although Semana Santa (Easter week) is a hugely important..

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..

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 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..

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..

Rafting, kayaking, buggy and 4-by-4 tours with MurciAventuraS in the beautiful Ricote valleySuperb fun days out for family and friends in 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 of fun adventure sports activities allowing..

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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12th to 21st April 2019 Semana Santa in Jumilla The Jumilla Easter celebrations are among the oldest in Murcia Jumilla has been observing the religious acts of Semana Santa for more than 600 years and is one of the most important celebrations within the Region of Murcia in terms of its history and..

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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