Region of Murcia Hotels Spain

The Region of Murcia is a community in South-East Spain, one of Europe’s larger countries. It is on the popular Mediterranean coast between Andalusia and the Valencian Community. The Capital city of the Region is Murcia situated on the River Segura. The Region is very diverse geographically and has miles of sandy beaches on the Costa Calida, mountains to the North, fertile plains and lakes. Mar Menor, Spain’s largest lake is in the Region of Murcia and a very popular tourist attraction.

It is really a salt water lagoon, adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea and is a unique natural place and also the largest saltwater lake in Europe. Murcia, being the Capital, draws visitors to the beautiful http://www. alicante-spain.

com/images/murcia-spain-1. jpgCathedral de Santa Maria located at the plaza del Cardinal Belluga and the Castle of Monteagudo, 5km north of the city. Other attractions not to be missed are the Market de Veronicas, the Malecon Garden and the variety of museums on offer.

Cartagena, on the coast, once a Roman trading port is a very historical city with an impressive Archaeological Museum and the restored Roman Theatre is worth a visit. Caravaca de la Cruz in the North-West of the Region boasts beautiful historic architecture and is an important Catholic city. However, it also draws visitors to its many bars and restaurants.

Depending on the time of year, visitors may be lucky enough to witness the Holy Week Processions in Cartegena and Lorca, a large medieval town with one of the Region’s most famous castles. The processions have been declared of International Tourist Interest. Due to the warm and consistent climate, The Region of Murcia has a number of excellent wineries near the towns of Yecla, Bullas and Jumilla, and has over 200 sandy beaches to enjoy over a 250km stretch from el Mojón at the North of the Region to Águilas, South West near Almería.

Visitors to the historic city centre of Murcia are spoilt for hotel options of all quality and price and The 4* Hotel Nelva is an ideal choice, being centrally located for many of the attractions. One of the major destinations of the Region of Murcia is the La Manga del Mar Menor Lagoon. Although being developed it is a Specially Protected Area of Mediterranean Importance and to benefit from Mar Menor's therapeutic mud the Apartments Los Miradores Del Puerto are a perfect choice.

The self catering complex is situated in La Manga in idyllic settings. Caravaca de la Cruz offers more rural accommodation including camp sites, cottages and farmhouses. Try Hotel Rural Nuestra Señora del Carmen, a charming monastery hostel in a beautiful historic building.