Torrevieja has fabulous beaches combined with fabulous weather. Like the rest of Spain, Torrevieja is full of history, from the Roman pier at La Mata to wonderful churches. Torrevieja itself is surrounded by the famous salt lagoons of Torrevieja and La Mata, which have both been designated as National Parks due to the fact that over 250 species of birds can be sighted there. Torrevieja is also famous for its exporting of salt from the lagoon all over the world. Torrevieja is only a 33km drive from Los Alcazares.

MURCIA

Murcia is the capital of the province and was founded in 831AD by the Moors. Murcia is steeped in history, after being visits by the Romans, Greeks as well as the Phoenicians. For those of you that enjoy sight seeing the cathedral in Murcia is a must, with its 16th century style plasteresque décor, and the nearby baroque style churches. Murcia is situated on the edge of the Mediterranean, and close to the River Segura and with its micro climate is ideal for the Spanish farmers to grow their fruit and vegetables, and especially those mouth watering oranges. Murcia is a very green area and enjoys sunshine for 315 days a year, every year, and is bordered by the dry, semi desert plain of Almeria. Whilst in Murcia you will be able to visit such towns as Lorca, Totana and Alhama.

MAR MENOR

The Mar Menor is situated in Southeast Spain, and boasts to having the largest salt water lagoon in Europe. The lagoon was formed as a result of volcanic activity, which is separated from the Mediterranean by the strip at La Manga which is 22km long.
The region offers watersports, and numerous sailing centres offer lessons in windsurfing, and sailing. The Mar Menor is surrounded by small villages such as San Pedro del Pinatar, Los Alcazares, Los Narejos, Mar de Cristal, and Playa Honda.

CABO DE PALOS AND LOS BELONES

A large fishing community has built up in this area, and the village of Cabo de Palos is an ideal place to sightsee with its little shops and restaurants where you can experience the gastronomic delights of Spain and soak up the tranquil atmosphere.
Cabo de Palos has a very popular Sunday market, which is frequented by by visitors and residents alike. Los Belones is also nearby, and has a small fruit market every Tuesday and also has a wine cellar at Bodega de los, where you can partake in wine tasting of an extensive range of local and national wines.

CARTAGENA

Cartegena is a deep natural sea port on which the town has been built, and was founded by the Carthagians in 221BC. Cartagena boasts to having a Roman theatre and a number of archaeological museums, and is the second most important city in the region. This area was greatly used by the germans in World War II, because it was an ideal place from which Hilter could launch his submarines, deep water and protection.
Even today you can see the first submarine in the world which is moored uo in Cartagena. Places of interest within Cartagena include the Church of Santa Maria La Vieja, the Torre Ciega, Torres Park and the Castle de la Concepcion. One of the prettiest areas in the city is the port itself with its town hall and monuments.

MAZARRON

Mazarron is located about 4km from the coast, and was an old mining town, and the centre for local government. Mazarron has a magnificent bay can be admired from the main road. The town meets the sea at the tourist centre where there are more than 35km pf beaches. The mining can be traced back to Roman times, and was the backbone of the economy until the 1930's, and was primarily metals which were moved by rail to the port of Puerto.Today the emphasis is on horticulture, which the primary crop being tomatoes for the European market. The towns most important site is the Castle of Los Velez.

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