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Information on the costas, towns, beaches and links to information websites
and things to do
Costa Cálida
The coastline of the Costa Cálida in the province of Murcia and is approximately 155 miles in length. This coast begins in the North with the beach of El Mojón, beside the border of the province of Alicante and ends in the South with the beach of La Carolina in Águilas, towards the border of Almería.
The Costa Cálida adjoins two different seas, the Mar Menor or (small sea) and the Mediterranean.
The Mar Menor, Europe's largest salt water lagoon, over 170 square kilometres of shallow water surrounded by the districts of Los Urrutias, El Carmolí, San Javier, Los Alcazares and La Manga to name just a few. On the shores of the Mar Menor there are a great number of small towns with a truly traditional feel to them that are starting to build small intimate residential areas for people who look for a different way to spend time in the Sun in Spain.
Adjacent to the Mar Menor are natural salt lakes where people come daily to apply the mud from the bed of the lakes to their bodies. They then cross the road and wash it off in the Mar Menor.
The Spanish firmly believe that this process relieves aches and pains and is especially popular with those who suffer from arthritis and muscular problems. This theory is supported by many doctors and medical experts in Spain
and indeed across Europe.The world health council has stated that the region is one of the healthiest places in the world to live.
The
city of Murcia has a historic centre that offers extensive shopping
facilities, culture and a diverse cuisine, in short, everything that the
heart desires. In the year 825, the Moors established a settlement on
the spot where Murcia is now located. The square in front of the cathedral
is the heart of the city. The entire population of Murcia seems to occupy
this square in the evening, filling the pavement cafés, tapas bars,
bodegas and restaurants with enjoyable hustle and bustle so typical of
Spanish cities. Near the cathedral, the pedestrian street Calle de la
Trapería begins.
This street has hundreds of shops, ranging from hyper-modern outlets for
well-known brand names to traditional top-class Spanish shops selling
articles such as hand-made shoes and bags. There are plenty of historical
buildings to be admired, including the Casino, which is itself a museum.
Murcia will give you such a warm welcome that you will fall in love with
this special city immediately.
The landscape of the province of Murcia is largely defined by the cultural
heritage of the people who once occupied this region: the Phoenicians,
the Cartaginians, the Romans and the Moors.
Even Flamenco song and dance has its roots in Arabic culture.
In particular, the "Moros y Cristianos" celebrations generate
extensive festivities in many towns and cities in the province of Murcia
in the summer months. The Moorish influence of former days is still visible
in this part of Spain and has merged with Catholic culture to some extent..The
Spanish people definitely devote as much effort to pleasure as to work.
Their main concern is good food, preferably enjoyed in a social context,
such as a gathering of friends or family. Spanish cuisine may not have
the reputation and the finesse of French cuisine, but it has its own individual
character that is expressed by a range of pleasantly surprising delicacies.
Tapas, jamón Serrano, chorizo, gazpacho, conejo, pastel de carne
- these are just some of the many specialities that raise Spain's national
cuisine to gastronomical heights comparable to the best in Europe
Cartagena is worth a special mention because of its historical interest. This town was for more than two thousand years a strategic Mediterranean port, surrounded by fortifications it encloses numerous fine archaeological remains and naval archives. The cities sea fairing history is present in every aspect of this interesting city.
Mazarron
is located on the South Eastern corner of Spain, to the West of the historic
city of Cartagena. There are excellent road links and airports at Alicante
and Murcia (San Javier - Murcia Regional Airport) offer regular flights
to Europe and beyond. Mazarron boasts some of the best beaches in Spain
and a wonderful climate; the area is relatively undeveloped when compared
to the more popular Spanish Coastal areas and as such provides an excellent
location for a peaceful family holiday.Near Mazarrón, we will find
the small fishing town of La Azohía. It is tucked in at
the corner of a natural bay and is bordered by spectacular mountainous
backdrop of the Sierra Espuña hills that end their trail in the
Mediterranean beaches of La Azohía. There are several residential
properties in the area that have maintained a discreet presence in the
area so as not to spoil the natural feel of the village. At the end of
the village, each evening the local fishermen unload their catch and start
to repair their nets.
Costa
Blanca
The Costa Blanca stretches from Valencia to Cartagena. To the north
of Alicante, the region is a popular tourist region with (Benidorm) being
the best known beach resort). To the south you will find beaches which
the Spanish themselves visit, and where there is an authentic, unspoilt
atmosphere, the most popular of them being Campomoar, Torre De La Horadada
and El Mohon which is situated adjacent to the Mar Menor.
Beaches
Please visit the full detailed web site: www.murciaturistica.es
You will find all information about all beaches in Southern Spain
Fiestas
Please visit the full detailed web site: www.murciaturistica.es
You will find all informations about all beaches in Southern Spain
Activities
Please visit the full detailed web site: www.murciaturistica.es
You will find all information about all beaches in Southern Spain
info@villarentspain.com
or simply complete the web
form on the contact page