Sightseeing in Murcia - what to see. Complete travel guide
This is a small provincial town in southern Spain. Originally the area was pretty desolate and lifeless, but in the beginning of the 8th century the creation of an artificial system of irrigation allowed bringing the agriculture to a new level. This has made Murcia a well-known agricultural area. Besides this, important trade routes were created near the town, so trading in this region was developing just as fast as agriculture.
Today this is a real city of contrasts: near desert areas you can see lush orchards and old houses border with ultra-modern buildings. The resort is perfect for those visitors, who like relaxing beach rest and unhurried walks. Beaches here are clean and spacious, and each of them will certainly have several restaurants and bars. Cozy squares that can be found throughout the city are simply ideal for walks.
Murcia is rich in both huge malls and small-scale specialty stores that should be of interest to all shopping fans. One of the largest shopping plazas in the city is Centro Comercial Thader, … 
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A striking 18th-century architectural monument is Episcopal Palace located not far from the Cathedral of Murcia. The most talented architects and artisans of Spain were involved in its construction and decoration. The main feature of the palace has always been its fresco ornaments on the walls. They make the building look like a typical luxurious Neapolitan palace. The palace interior features an equally chic decoration.
Murcia is packed with family entertainment centers and landmarks, with The Great Wheel theme park being the most unusual one. The park is located in the historical district of Murcia and has … Open
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The city has a very informative archaeological museum, one of the largest in Spain. The museum's extensive collection represented in 16 rooms began forming in the middle of the 19th century. The museum was officially opened in 1867. Today its visitors can see ancient tools, rare mineral specimens, as well as unique exhibits dating back to the Bronze Age.
In the heart of local cuisine one will find dishes made of sea foods, local vegetables and fruits, grain varieties and meat. The dorada a la sal treat is a must-try dish which tourists may … Open
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An important architectural decoration of Murcia is the Town Hall building. The very first government seat on its site was built in the 13th century. The Town Hall we see today was built in the 19th century. It is a striking neoclassical-style monument The historic building is open to the public, its interior remains unchanged for more than 150 years as well. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Murcia and surroundings
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Murcia
♥ Castle 'Castle of Monteagudo' Region of Murcia, 4.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Orihuela' Alicante, 19.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Old Tower' , 34.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Guardamar' Alicante, 42 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of la Atalaya' Region of Murcia, 43.4 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Murcia
♥ Cave 'Cueva del Perro' , 13.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Park 'Carrascoy y el Valle' , 16.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ A - Park 'Oregana creek park' , 25.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Park 'Sierra de la Pila' , 33.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Park 'Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar' , 34.9 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Murcia from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Palmeral of Elche
From the series “The most interesting UNESCO sites in Spain”
Check on the map: Distance from Murcia center - 48.2 km.
Fish and turtles live in local ponds. The palm forest is home to dozens of species of birds and rare insects. In total, there are about 11,000 date palms in the forest. The largest of them weighs about 10 tons. This palm tree is 165 years old. It has become a real local attraction. In addition to palm trees, many other ornamental plants and flowers are planted on the territory of the grove. You can even see rare cactus species here. …
Read further Distance from Murcia center - 48.2 km.
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