Murcia on the Costa Calida, is one of Spain's fastest developing regions. Famous for its La Manga Club golf resort, it has a population of 1.3million people, is rich in culture and scenic beauty and enjoys 320 days of sunshine per year.
Whether you are looking for relaxation, sports, nightlife or to soak up historical sights, the region of Murcia has it all.
Over the next 5-10 years, numerous golf, tennis, spa, marina and leisure resorts will be built. Property prices are 50% lower than the adjacent Costa del Sol, with the average property values rising at 29% per annum. The capital appreciation on the new resorts, from inception to completion, is typically over 60%.
The two existing international airports are easily reached within 2hr30 from most UK airports, and a further airport is under construction. The region also benefits from excellent sea, road and rail links.

The region of Murcia is steeped in history and offers everything from Roman Amphitheatres and fortresses, to national parks, stunning coastlines and cosmopolitan cities. The major cities of Murcia, Lorca, and Cartagena offer a wide range of historical buildings, bars, restaurants, clubs and entertainment, while the vineyards of Yecla and Jumilla, natural spa in Archena, and the local crafts of Lorca, offer a chance to see a different side of the region.

•  Murcia City – Cathedral and old city
• Cartagena - Roman amphitheatre and port
• Lorca – Mediaeval Fortress
• Caravaca – Historic churches
• Yecla – Wine region
•  Archena – Hot spas in the beautiful Ricote Valley
• Moratalla – 15th Century Castle, Running of the Bulls, Waterfalls and mountain scenery
• La Manga Club – Europe's premier sporting resort
• Sierra Espuna – Natural park
• Calblanque – Nature reserve

Tourist attractions in Murcia
From a tourist point of view, Spain and Murcia itself offer you a huge amount of interesting places to visit as the history of the city goes back to the year 800 where it was originally founded as part of Cordoba. Certainly amongst the famous visiting points for any traveler is the Cathedral de Santa Maria. Finished in the 15th century the cathedral is the most impressive monument of Murcia.

Cathedral de Santa Maria
If you ever go to Murcia City, please spend some time and discover the beauties of this fantastic building. The cathedral which is located at the plaza del Cardinal Belluga, got different entrance doors. All of them on their own a treasure. The main entrance, called puerta del perdon, the north door, portada de las cadenas and the portada de los apostoles lead you into the impressive capilla mayor decorated with lots of gold. if you take the tour around the cathedral of Murcia, make sure you visit the museum inside the cathedral, where many more details are explained.
Tips on your next Murcia trip
If you plan to spend your holidays in or around the Murcia region, make sure you rent a car. Local transport by bus or train is available, but if you want to see something of the beautiful places around the region and Spain you really want to have a car. It is not advisable to come to Murcia during the summer period. Murcia Spain