![Caravaca de la Cruz: what to see in Murcia’s holy city Caravaca de la Cruz: what to see in Murcia’s holy city](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/carava-de-la-cruz.jpg)
Caravaca de la Cruz: what to see in Murcia’s holy city
Caravaca de la Cruz is a magical place where Muslims and Knights Templar defended their faiths.
![Monteagudo castle: the Murcian residence of Alfonso X the Wise Monteagudo castle: the Murcian residence of Alfonso X the Wise](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/castillo-de-monteagudo.jpg)
Monteagudo castle: the Murcian residence of Alfonso X the Wise
It is easy to spot the enormous Christ statue that crowns Monteagudo castle, but not everybody knows the secrets concealed between its walls.
![Traditional food in Murcia: where vegetables always take centre stage. Traditional food in Murcia: where vegetables always take centre stage.](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/almojabanas.jpg)
Traditional food in Murcia: where vegetables always take centre stage.
The cuisine of Murcia is based principally on produce from its rich vegetable-producing regions, the perfect match for cold cuts, juicy meat and fish from the Mediterranean.
![Sanctuary of La Fuensanta: faith, art, and nature Sanctuary of La Fuensanta: faith, art, and nature](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Santuario-de-la-Fuensanta.jpg)
Sanctuary of La Fuensanta: faith, art, and nature
Nestled in the foothills of the Cordillera Sur mountain range, in the outskirts of the city of Murcia, this great Baroque temple is a wonder in which faith, art, and nature combine.
![What to see and do in La Manga del Mar Menor What to see and do in La Manga del Mar Menor](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/la-manga.jpg)
What to see and do in La Manga del Mar Menor
La Manga is one of the most unique areas in the Murcia region. It is a tourist icon along the Spanish Mediterranean and its curious appearance has made it a focal point. Find out about the basic things to do there and some of the main restaurants.
![Best beaches in Murcia: ten dips that you cannot miss Best beaches in Murcia: ten dips that you cannot miss](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/vistas-playas-murcia.jpg)
Best beaches in Murcia: ten dips that you cannot miss
Murcia’s most attractive beaches are not always long stretches of sand. This guide will show you ten unique bathing areas in the region.
![Ideas for a romantic trip to Murcia: six ideas to enjoy as a couple Ideas for a romantic trip to Murcia: six ideas to enjoy as a couple](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/salinas-en-San-Pedro-del-Pinatar-i.jpg)
Ideas for a romantic trip to Murcia: six ideas to enjoy as a couple
Watching the sunset from a beach, a wine tasting, or a wonderful walk along the river are just a few of the romantic possibilities offered by Murcia.
![What to see and where to eat in Puerto de Mazarrón What to see and where to eat in Puerto de Mazarrón](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/playa-mazarron.jpg)
What to see and where to eat in Puerto de Mazarrón
In Puerto de Mazarrón, you will find milestones from the town’s past, as well as an impressive number of beaches scattered along the coast. Find out what to see in Puerto de Mazarrón.
![What to see and do in Cartagena: 9 unmissable activities What to see and do in Cartagena: 9 unmissable activities](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/convento-santa-clara.jpg)
What to see and do in Cartagena: 9 unmissable activities
In this article, we take a look at what to see in Cartagena, including its rich Roman legacy and its illustrious heritage as a major military site in the Mediterranean.
![What to see in the city and province of Murcia: cities, the coast and natural scenery What to see in the city and province of Murcia: cities, the coast and natural scenery](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/lorca-noche-1.jpg)
What to see in the city and province of Murcia: cities, the coast and natural scenery
The small region of Murcia is home to a plethora of attractions: on the coast, inland, in the cities and in nature. Let’s explore it in this article!