British tourists are told to “forget Barcelona” in favor of an underrated city that is “Spain's best.” Influencer Jade Gart Shore (@jadeinspain) recommends Murcia rather than the country's major cities.
She called it a “hidden gem” and said, “I left England and moved to Murcia. I'm in love with the city. I can't believe I can live in such a beautiful place.” Murcia is located in southeastern Spain between Malaga and Alicante, and is the seventh largest city in the country. Located on the Segura River, it has hot summers, mild winters and relatively low rainfall. Lonely Planet said Murcia is “a bustling regional capital with comfortable parks and cracked dining scenes.”
The Cathedral of Murcia was built in Castilean Gothic style between 1394 and 1465. The tower was completed in 1792 and presents a blend of architectural styles such as the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical. In the Plaza, the Beluga Cardinal features a colorful “bishop's palace” built in the 18th century.
Another spot worth visiting is Royal Casino, a social club that began in 1847. There are gorgeous interiors that include a Moorish style foyer inspired by the Alhambra royal family near Granada.
The area is called the “European Garden” because of its fertile soil and vast agricultural land.
Murcia has a festival that includes Holy Week, where statues have been removed from the museum and paraded throughout the city. A spring festival where locals dressed in traditional clothing for orchard parades and sardine burials. And many others.
There are also many things in the surrounding area. The Segura River valley is surrounded by two mountain ranges: Guadalupe, Espinardo, Cavezo de Torres, Esparagal, Monteagdo, and Cordillera Sur to the south.
Monteagdo Castle (11th century) is located on a rocky mountain next to a town of the same name. The castle faded into the 16th century and has only been partially restored since. Now there is a giant statue of Jesus on top of the castle with his arms stretched out.
The area offers a wide range of other sights, from 155 miles of beaches and coves to medieval towns like the ancient Port of Cartagena, to forests and valleys perfect for hiking.
Those who want to visit Murcia can fly from Manchester, London, Bournemouth and Nottingham. The city has a wide range of accommodation options for accommodation, including hotels, holiday lets and hostels.
