Murcia

The origins of the city of Murcia date back to the first millennia before Christ, when a tribe of farmers and weavers settled in the territory and formed the basis of its culture. With the passing of the centuries, the different civilizations that lived in the area spread trade, worship of the gods and Latin, but it was with the arrival of the Arabs that the small village began to grow on a bank of the river Segura.
The breeding of silkworms and the weaving of fine fabrics brought about epochs of great economic splendour, but then the conflicts between the Arabs, the main silk producers, and the Christians intensified and resulted in violent wars that arrested its development.
Then, the construction of new factories, avenues, squares and neighbourhoods made the city flourish again. In addition to that cinemas, theatres, museums, cultural events and the Casino enriched the social life and gastronomy consolidated the local identity through delicious dishes that conquer even the most demanding palates.

Some parks and gardens in the city of Murcia are:

  • Jardín de Floridablanca
  • Jardines del Malecón
  • Jardín de la Alameda
  • Jardín del Teniente Flomesta
  • Jardines de Vistabella
  • Jardín de San Antonio
  • Jardín del salitre o de la pólvora
  • Jardín de la Seda.

Some museums in the city of Murcia are:

  • the Monumental Complex of San Juan de Dios
  • the Cathedral Museum
  • the Visitor Centre of the Wall of Santa Eulalia
  • the Museum of Fine Arts of Murcia
  • the Museum of the Monastery of Santa Clara
  • the Archaeological Museum
  • the Bullfighting Museum
  • the City Museum
  • the Salzillo Museum
  • the Museum of the Archconfraternity of Blood
  • the Museum of Muslims and Christians
  • the Sardine Museum
  • the Segura River Mills Hydraulic Museum

Some historical buildings that have shaped the current appearance of the city of Murcia over the centuries are:

  • the Arab wall
  • the Old Bridge of Puente de los peligros
  • the Almodóvar Palace
  • the Theatre Romea
  • Plaza del Cardenal Belluga
  • Plaza de Toros
  • the Casino
  • the Palace of San Esteban
  • the Almudí Palace
  • the Zaraíche Station
  • the Verónicas Market.

Some churches of Murcia are:

  • the Church of San Nicolas de Bari
  • the Church and Convent of Santa Ana
  • the Church of the Monastery of Santa Clara
  • the Church of Santo Domingo
  • the Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Some traditional festivals of Murcia are:

  • Holy Week
  • the Spring Festivals
  • the September Fair
  • the International Folklore Festival in the Mediterranean
  • the feast of the Arabs and Christians
  • the Murcia Three Cultures International Festival

Finally, some typical local dishes are:

  • Zarangollo
  • Pisto
  • Perdices de lechuga
  • Pastel de carne murciano
  • Pastel de cierva
  • Michirones
  • Paparajotes
  • Cordiales
  • Matasuegras

OTHER CITIES OF THE REGION OF MURCIA TO VISIT ARE:

  • Cartagena: is a coastal city of the Region of Murcia that has very ancient origins dating back to the first centuries BC and after that it became an important Roman colony. Furthermore Cartagena has two beaches; churches in the Baroque and Neoclassical style; modernist buildings; museums, monuments and an excellent gastronomy. Read more here about Cartagena
  • Lorca: the “City of 100 shields” (Ciudad de los cien escudos) for its important heraldic heritage, it is a city in the hinterland of the Region of Murcia famous for its castle, architecture and the Holy Week processions. Furthermore, it has museums, churches and convents of historical and cultural interest. Read more here about Lorca 
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