Clean sandy beaches, huge fruitgardens, contrasting landscapes, interesting sights, a rich history is famous for Murcia. Spain rightfully can be proud of this wonderful resort, called the still big greenhouse of the country. Comfortable hotels here adjoin with magnificent gardens and medieval ruins. Murcia is an autonomous region, located in the southeast of the country between Valencia, Andalusia and Castile La Mancha.
In the south of the province to Cape Palos to the seathe mountains stretch out, forming rocky coasts. In the northern part you can find the lagoon of the Mar Menor with islands of volcanic origin - these are the most beautiful places, which amazes all travelers Murcia. Spain is a major supplier of fruits and vegetables in Europe. In this autonomous region, there are the largest number of orchards in the country, many flowers are grown. And this despite the fact that the rains fall here only in the mountains, and even that is rare. Local residents solved this problem by installing stations for processing sea water in fresh water.
Thanks to preserved ancient sourcesIt is known that in 825 on the site of the Roman settlement by the Arabs Murcia was founded. Spain reviews from visiting tourists receive positive thanks to interesting historical and architectural monuments. Murcia acquired a rich Arab heritage. The city flourished in the 18th century, and so many architectural monuments in the Baroque style have survived to this day. About the rule of the Arabs resemble small courtyards, winding narrow streets, ruins of fortress walls and Castillo de Monteagudo fortress, built in the XI century.
The Gothic cathedral isa landmark in the city of Murcia. Spain is famous for its many delightful masterpieces of architecture, and this is one of them. The cathedral was built on the foundation of a Muslim mosque in the 14th-16th centuries. The facade of the structure is made in the Baroque style, and the 92-meter tower is in the spirit of the Renaissance. Also worth visiting is the city of Cartagena, which has an ancient history, a convenient parking lot for ships and an amazing beauty bay. This trading port at different times was of great interest to Muslims, Romans, Byzantines, Visigoths, Castilians and just pirates. In Cartagena, the pedestal has the first submarine floating in the Mediterranean.
Sunny and warm weather, delightfulsandy beaches will be remembered for tourists Murcia. Spain is a resort country, so here everything is for a comfortable stay. Many travelers like to relax on La Manga - the long sand spit that separates the lagoon of the Mar Menor from the sea. Since the depth of the bay is less than 2 m, the water here is always warm, moreover, it has a high concentration of iodine and salt. La Manga is ideal for treatment, family and active recreation.
Costa Calida is also very proud of the city of Murcia(Spain). It is on this coast is located the popular resort of La Manga del Mar Menor, as well as the salt lake Mar Menor. Fans of water sports come to this place. Rest in Murcia will be remembered for a long time by sunny days and fun entertainments.
