The Murcia Region
is located right in the middle of the
Mediterranean arch, between Valencia,
Andalusia, and Castilla-La Mancha.
It covers an area of 11,317 km2, ranking
9th in size among Spain's Autonomous
Regions.
Murcia,
the capital, is open and dynamic, with
excellent access to all other cities
on Spain's east coast, and highly interesting
commercial activity. Its climate and
the good-natured character of its people
make it a cosy city, a virtue reflected
in the constantly busy streets and
plazas of its old quarters, where residents
and visitors chat, take walks, savour
delicious "tapas", or embark
on one of its many cultural routes.
Centuries
of history and numerous civilizations
provide the Murcia Region with a
rich historical and cultural heritage,
with highly representative buildings
such as the Cathedral and the
Casino in the capital, the Roman Theatre
in Cartagena, and the medieval castles
of Lorca and Mula.
Over 30 museums,
22 castles, and remains of fortresses
spread across the entire land complete
this region's
appeal, a land full of history and
a tremendously varied artistic heritage.
Furthermore, today
the Murcia Region is experiencing enormous
growth, with new, modern infrastructures,
while concurrently sustaining meticulous
respect for the environment. Development
that endows it with a special uniqueness,
resulting from a mix between tradition
and modernity, and ranks it as one
of the Regions with greater tourist
interest, with an extensive offering
of culture, leisure and services.