Southern Spain holds a historical heritage unlike anywhere else in Europe due to the mix of the Moorish and the Christian world that fought over this land for centuries. In the region, cities such as Murcia, Cartagena, Caravaca, Aguilas and Lorca holds numerous important historical sites and building that unveils how the Moorish presence in the past is still present in today’s traditions, food and culture.

The city of Murcia is described as one of the most beautiful and historic in the country. There is a great deal of Moorish influence in the city, not least of all the impressive city walls. The Cathedral is the most highly prized building in the city and famous throughout the world. The first foundation stone was laid in 1388 by Bishop Pedrosa and it took the four follwing centuries to complete. Today building times are improving.

A Gastronomical Paradise

Among Spaniards food plays an enormous role and an important part of the Spanish lifestyle has to do with taking time to praise and enjoy the daily meals. And Spanish cuisine is not only about paella and cazpacho. Each region has specialities and Murcia unveils a gastronomically paradise based on seafood, meat, local vegetables and an old tradition for barbecuing.

Known as La Huerta – the kitchen garden of Spain, Murcia enjoys the double benefit of Europe’s biggest fruit and vegetable production and at the same time some of the richest fishing waters in Spain. Hundreds of delicious local tapas will keep surprising you in years to come.